In a tragic incident on Saturday, a woman and her current husband were targeted in a shooting in Botucatu, São Paulo. The woman was hospitalized in critical condition but succumbed to her injuries after three days. The local police reported that the woman’s ex-partner, who is suspected of perpetrating the attack, allegedly shot at the car in which the victims and two children were present, resulting in the husband's immediate death and the woman's subsequent hospitalization.

The suspect, who was arrested the day after the shooting and has since confessed to the crime, did so during a domestic dispute, escalating to violence that also endangered the lives of the two children present in the vehicle — an eight-year-old boy and a seven-year-old girl. Following a custody hearing on Tuesday, the suspect's detention was upheld by the judge, indicating the seriousness of the case.

This shooting incident highlights the alarming issue of domestic violence in Brazil, drawing attention to the need for better protective measures for victims. The implications of this event stretch beyond the immediate tragedy, reflecting on societal attitudes towards domestic relationships and the safety of women and children involved in such custody disputes. The community is left grappling with the aftermath of this violent act, calling for increased awareness and action against domestic violence.