Pregnant teenager has belly stomped by partner during fight in Marataízes
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Marataízes for allegedly stomping on the belly of his pregnant 16-year-old partner during a violent altercation.
In Marataízes, a city in the southern part of Espírito Santo, Brazil, a tragic incident occurred involving a 16-year-old pregnant girl and her 29-year-old partner. According to police reports, the young woman went to the police station to report the physical and emotional abuse she endured, including having her belly stomped by the suspect during a domestic dispute. Officers noted that she was in a state of extreme emotional distress at the time of her report.
While the teenager was receiving care at the station, her partner was spotted lurking outside. Police quickly responded to detain him, and he was identified by the victim. Following this recognition, the suspect was arrested on the spot. Given the severity of the allegations and the potential threat to the victim's safety and that of her unborn child, authorities decided to convert his arrest into preventive detention.
This incident highlights the alarming rates of domestic violence in Brazil, especially against vulnerable populations such as minors and pregnant women. The case has drawn attention to the need for stronger protective measures for victims and has opened discussions about the systemic issues surrounding domestic abuse in the country.