A São Paulo court has rejected a request for the temporary arrest of gym partners Cesar Bertolo Cruz and Cezar Augusto Miquelof Terração, who are being investigated for the death of a swimming instructor, Juliana Faustino Bassetto, due to chlorine overexposure. This decision was made by Judge Paula Marie Kono following an appeal from Detective Alexandre Bento of the 42nd Police District. According to police reports, excessive chlorine was utilized in the swimming pool where the incident occurred, causing the environment to become toxic. The investigation claims that the amount of chlorine applied in a single day was equivalent to a week's worth, significantly rising the area's toxicity.

The denial of the arrest was corroborated by both the police and the defendants' legal representation. They expressed satisfaction with the ruling, which allows the gym owners to remain free while cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Their attorney emphasized that the defendants are committed to assisting the authorities fully. This case brings attention to public safety standards in fitness establishments and raises questions about regulatory practices surrounding chemical use in public swimming facilities.