In a disturbing incident in Rio das Pedras, São Paulo, a court has decided to convert the flagrant arrest of 42-year-old Anderson Diniz into preventive detention after a custody hearing. Diniz has been charged with the gruesome murder of his wife, Fernanda Meireles, who became the first victim of feminicide in the city for the year 2026. The murder took place during carnival festivities on the morning of February 17, when Diniz allegedly stabbed Meireles multiple times in their home located in the Bom Jardim neighborhood.

The case has garnered attention as it highlights ongoing issues of domestic violence and feminicide in Brazil, with Meireles being the sixth reported victim in the EPTV affiliate's coverage area. Following the incident, it was reported that Diniz was found by the police at home with blood-stained clothing and injuries to his neck. While the crime occurred in the morning, authorities were not notified until the afternoon when Diniz reportedly informed his mother of the incident.

This case underscores the urgent need for effective measures in addressing domestic violence and protecting potential victims in Brazil. As discussions surrounding feminicide laws continue, this tragic event serves as a painful reminder of the violence that many women face and the importance of prompt law enforcement intervention in such situations.