Nadia Gavasnki, an 82-year-old nun, was murdered at the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate convent in Ivaí, Paraná, when a man broke in. Police reports indicate that the nun caught the intruder in the act, leading to a violent confrontation where she was attacked. Her body showed signs of physical assault, underscoring the brutal nature of the crime.

The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was apprehended in the act as he attempted to flee the scene. Authorities noted that he had blood on his hands and clothing at the time of his arrest, further implicating him in the violent crime. He has been charged with homicide and resisting arrest, and he is now held in a public jail pending further legal proceedings.

This tragic incident has raised concerns about safety and security in religious communities in Brazil, particularly regarding how vulnerable these environments can be. The local police are investigating to understand the motive behind the intrusion, while the community mourns the loss of the nun, highlighting the fragility of peace within such sanctified spaces.