Feb 16 • 23:12 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Woman reports assault and abuse by a thief during home invasion in the interior of SP: 'He grabbed my breasts, squeezed, and kicked me'

A 65-year-old woman in Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil, reported being assaulted and robbed in her home, detailing abuse by the thief who has not yet been caught.

In Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, a 65-year-old woman named Maria Aparecida de Almeida was the victim of a violent home invasion over the weekend. The incident began early on Sunday morning when the intruder, after scaling the wall of her residence, assaulted her. In a chilling account, Almeida reported that the thief not only physically attacked her but also subjected her to sexual abuse, making her feel utterly terrified and unsafe in her own home.

Almeida described the horrifying details of the attack, stating that the robber struck her in the head, grabbed her breasts, and kicked her before fleeing with her money and cell phone. Despite living in her neighborhood for over 20 years without incident, this traumatic experience has left her feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed by fear. The invasion was partly captured by security cameras, highlighting the audacity of the crime.

Authorities responded by conducting searches in the area, although as of the latest updates no suspects have been identified or arrested. This case has raised concerns in the local community about safety and the increased rate of violence in home invasions, prompting discussions about preventative measures and police response in the region.

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