A capoeira teacher was arrested on Saturday, September 21, in Formosa, Goiás, on allegations of raping a 13-year-old student. The Civil Police revealed that the teacher had previously been under investigation in 2025 for allegedly maintaining a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl, which prompted the current charges under Brazilian law. This law penalizes sexual acts with minors under the age of 14, regardless of consent, with severe prison terms ranging from 8 to 15 years.

During the earlier investigation, it was reported that the suspect had developed a trusting and close relationship with the victims, who were underage students in his capoeira classes. The police are treating this case with urgency given the seriousness of the allegations against him. Although the suspect's name has not been made public due to the case being considered a secret of justice, this has raised questions about his legal representation and the potential ramifications for the victims who may not yet have come forward.

Following the arrest, the victim’s family expressed their ongoing concerns, as they had reported to the police that despite the previous allegations, the teacher continued to have contact with the victim. This situation underlines the challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with cases of sexual violence involving minors, highlighting the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals in educational settings and ensuring that those accused of such crimes face appropriate legal consequences.