In Pirassununga, São Paulo, a 43-year-old man named Helton Cardoso de Freitas was arrested after assaulting his 22-year-old pregnant partner. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, and the local civil guard was called to the João Baldi Basic Health Unit, where the victim sought help. She was confirmed to be three months pregnant at the time of the assault.

Upon arrival, the municipal guards received confirmation of the abuse from the victim, who expressed her desire to file a formal report and seek protective measures against her partner. The authorities facilitated her transport to the police station for the formal registration of the incident, emphasizing the seriousness of domestic violence, especially against vulnerable individuals such as pregnant women.

As the investigation unfolded, another team from the municipal guard located Helton in the vicinity and brought him into custody, underlining the swift response of law enforcement in addressing domestic violence cases. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence in Brazil and the necessity for protective measures for victims, as well as the legal actions pursued against perpetrators in such cases.