A 28-year-old man was arrested in flagrante on Sunday, October 15, in Itu, São Paulo, after allegedly killing his ex-partner, aged 31. The incident took place in the Vila da Paz neighborhood, raising concerns over gender-based violence in the region. The confirmation of the arrest was provided by the São Paulo State Secretariat of Public Security on Tuesday, October 17.

According to the police report, military officers were summoned to the scene where they found the victim in a state of cardiac arrest, as emergency responders attempted resuscitation efforts. Unfortunately, the victim was transported to Santa Casa de Itu, but she succumbed to her injuries shortly thereafter. The accused was immediately apprehended and the case was recorded by the local police as a femicide case, indicating the seriousness of gender violence.

Investigations by the Civil Police are ongoing, as the case highlights the pressing issue of femicide in Brazil, where rates of violence against women remain alarmingly high. The situation has garnered attention both locally and nationally, prompting discussions on how to better address and prevent such tragedies in the future.