Two men, Jefferson Anisio da Silva and Yago Henrique Pereira de Moura, have been charged in connection with the murder of off-duty police officer Vinícius de Castro Lima, who was shot last year while intervening in a robbery at a car dealership in Belo Horizonte on October 21, 2025. The Minas Gerais Court of Justice accepted the indictment from the State Public Prosecutor's Office on Wednesday, signaling a significant step in the legal proceedings against the suspects.

On the day of the robbery, Officer Lima was socializing outside the dealership when he learned of the ongoing heist. He decided to confront the robbers, but Yago Henrique, one of the suspects, opened fire on him as he approached the scene. The attack was ruthless; Yago not only shot the officer but also seized his service weapon before escaping on a motorcycle driven by his accomplice, Jefferson Anisio.

This case highlights ongoing issues of violence against law enforcement in Brazil, where attacks on police officers have been a significant concern. The acceptance of the charges against the defendants by the court may influence public opinion regarding safety and law enforcement's effectiveness in the region, and it underscores the gravity of the incident that took place in a public space, raising awareness about the risks that officers face when off-duty.