Three men have been arrested by the Civil Police in Maranhão for sexual crimes against minors, with two already previously convicted and one under investigation.
On October 24, the Civil Police of Maranhão executed the arrest of three men accused of sexual crimes against minors in various towns in the state, specifically in Itinga do Maranhão, Governador Archer, and Timbiras. Among the arrested individuals, two were already serving sentences for the crime of vulnerable rape, while one was still being investigated. This crackdown highlights ongoing issues surrounding the protection of minors and the legal actions being taken against offenders.
In Itinga do Maranhão, a 63-year-old man was arrested following a definitive conviction for vulnerable rape, a crime he committed continually in December 2025. The man received a sentence of 9 years, 7 months, and 15 days in a closed prison regime. Following the exhaustion of all legal resources, the judiciary issued an arrest warrant, leading to the man's location and detention by the police.
The operations extend to various regions of Maranhão, emphasizing the commitment of law enforcement to combat sexual crimes against minors. These arrests underline the serious legal consequences of such offenses and highlight the state’s efforts to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, particularly children. The investigations by the police are ongoing, indicating a broader effort to tackle these societal issues effectively.
