The Civil Police of Brazil announced that the death of Janete Feles Valoes was ruled a suicide, dismissing initial suspicions of femicide after further investigation.
In Selvíria, Brazil, the Civil Police have concluded that Janete Feles Valoes, aged 45, did not die from femicide but rather took her own life. This determination came after a thorough investigation that included forensic reports and new witness testimonies, confirming earlier suspicions regarding her mental health.
The investigation was reopened following a necropsy report and insights from the medical examiner, which led to a reevaluation of the case. Janete's son initially spoke about the possibility of his father's involvement in her death, but later corroborated the opinion of the forensic experts, stating that his mother had been battling cancer and had previously confided her suicidal thoughts to him.
Authorities did not find any evidence of domestic violence that could have contributed to her death, further solidifying the ruling of suicide. This case spotlights the importance of mental health considerations in situations involving suspected domestic issues, and how initial perceptions can alter with subsequent information and evidence.
