In a shocking incident in Esmeraldas, a city within the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte, a 46-year-old man is being sought by the Military Police for allegedly attacking his 45-year-old ex-wife. The brutal assault occurred on Friday afternoon, September 20, when the man reportedly used both a chainsaw and a hammer against her. The ex-wife sustained serious injuries, including wounds to her torso, arm, and back, prompting her immediate transportation alongside her 15-year-old daughter to Hospital 25 de Maio in Esmeraldas. The daughter was injured while attempting to defend her mother from the attack.

Witnesses to the incident revealed that the assailant had entered his ex-wife's home after she refused his request to go out with him. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the violence escalated with the man using not only tools but also resorting to physical blows such as punches and kicks against her. Captain Fábio Júlio, the sub-commander of the police unit in Esmeraldas, confirmed that they are actively pursuing the suspect, emphasizing their commitment to quickly locate and apprehend him in response to this grave situation.

As of Saturday, September 21, authorities reported having located the suspect fleeing, signaling a potential breakthrough in the case. The community remains shaken by the incident, highlighting the gravity of domestic violence issues in Brazil. This attack underscores the urgent need for measures to protect victims and address growing concerns regarding violent behaviors in domestic disputes.