In Sapucaia, Rio de Janeiro, a 42-year-old man was arrested for suspected sexual harassment against a five-year-old girl during Carnival celebrations. The incident came to light when a couple reported to the police that the man had inappropriately touched their daughter's legs. Following the report, the man fled the scene, prompting a police search in the area.

After a thorough search by law enforcement, the man was apprehended and identified by the father of the victim. According to police reports, the suspect had visible injuries, which were reportedly inflicted by local residents before the police arrived. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment before being processed at the police station in Paraíba do Sul.

The arrested individual now faces charges of sexual harassment and is under investigation for the alarming incident. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding child safety, particularly during large public events like Carnival, where vulnerable individuals may be at increased risk of such attacks.