Feb 23 β€’ 19:52 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

Teenager and child, victims of domestic violence, are rescued in Angra dos Reis

A 15-year-old girl and her one-year-old son were rescued from domestic violence in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, with the suspect being the child's father.

In a troubling case of domestic violence reported in Angra dos Reis, a 15-year-old girl and her one-year-old son were successfully rescued after a tip-off from the girl's father, who contacted the local women's police station. The father expressed concerns that his daughter was enduring physical abuse and was being held against her will by the child’s father in their home located in the BelΓ©m neighborhood.

Upon further investigation, police learned that the couple had relocated from their previous community due to ongoing violent incidents, highlighting a pattern of domestic abuse that transcended geographical boundaries. Following a thorough search, officers managed to locate the suspect, who was arrested and taken to the Angra dos Reis police station.

The case underscores the severe issue of domestic violence in Brazil, particularly affecting vulnerable youths, and raises awareness around the support systems available for those in such abusive situations. Law enforcement continues to investigate the incident, aiming to ensure the safety of the victims and secure appropriate legal actions against the abuser.

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