Feb 26 • 00:19 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

STF sentences Chiquinho and Domingos Brazão to 76 years in prison as mastermind behind the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes

The Brazilian Supreme Court has sentenced brothers Chiquinho and Domingos Brazão to over 76 years in prison for their roles as masterminds in the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes.

In a landmark decision, the First Panel of Brazil's Supreme Court, known as STF, unanimously sentenced the Brazão brothers, Chiquinho and Domingos, to more than 76 years in prison for orchestrating the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes. This ruling underscores the serious legal repercussions following a high-profile case that has garnered national attention due to its political implications and the role of organized crime in Brazil's justice system.

The session commenced on the second day of trial with the report by Minister Alexandre de Moraes, who highlighted the substantial evidence presented during the investigation, including testimony from Ronnie Lessa, a confessed killer of the victims. Moraes's remarks emphasized the brothers' position as leaders of the criminal organization linked to the murders, framing the crime as a retaliatory act against Franco's political activities, which directly contradicted the interests of the gang.

By establishing the Brazão brothers' culpability, the STF's decision not only delivers justice for the families of Franco and Gomes but also serves as a critical stance against the intertwining of politics and crime in Brazil. This ruling could potentially strengthen public trust in judicial processes amid ongoing concerns about corruption and influence within the country's political landscape.

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