Feb 12 β€’ 15:59 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

Elderly woman stabbed to death by partner at work in the interior of SP; suspect arrested

An elderly woman was killed by her partner at her workplace in Araraquara, Brazil.

A tragic incident occurred on Thursday morning in Araraquara, SΓ£o Paulo, where 63-year-old Danuzia Pereira was fatally stabbed by her 43-year-old partner at a recycling location. The attack took place while she was sorting recyclable materials in a dumpster. The assailant fled the scene but was apprehended shortly after by the police on Avenida Jurandir Rios GarΓ§oni.

Witness accounts indicate that the suspect approached Danuzia while she was engaged in her work at the recycling site before launching a vicious attack. Following the stabbing, it is reported that he attempted to dispose of the victim's body by placing her in a dumpster filled with recyclables. The police were able to intervene and arrest the suspect before he could escape further, highlighting the swift response from law enforcement in the area.

This incident has raised concerns about domestic violence and the safety of women in Brazil, reflecting broader societal issues regarding gender-based violence. Such cases emphasize the need for better protection measures for women and could spark discussions about legislative changes and support systems for victims of domestic abuse.

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