Augusto César Vieira, 33, has been accused by the Public Prosecutor's Office of Paraná of racial slur, bodily harm, and racism after he assaulted two Muslim women at a shopping mall in Foz do Iguaçu on February 12. Security cameras captured the incident, which showed Vieira entering the store, verbally confronting the victims, and then physically attacking them with punches. When one of the victims attempted to intervene, she too was assaulted. The victims, who are of Lebanese and Syrian nationality, are part of Foz do Iguaçu's Arab community, which is the second largest Arab community in Brazil. Their identities are being withheld for their protection. The assaults caused the women physical injuries, including bruises and abrasions, which were documented through a forensic examination. They also reported feeling fear, embarrassment, and emotional distress following the attack. The attacker, who has been diagnosed with a mental disorder, raises questions about the intersection of mental health issues and criminal behavior, especially in cases of hate crimes. The implications of this case extend beyond the individual incident, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding anti-Muslim sentiment and the safety of minority communities in Brazil.