A forensic examination conducted by the Scientific Police of Santa Catarina related to the death of a community dog named Orelha has revealed that while no fractures were found in the dog's skeletal remains, the report does not exclude the possibility of cranial trauma. The exhumation took place on February 11, following the dog's abuse in Praia Brava, Florianópolis, earlier that January. Despite the report's findings, it raises questions about the circumstances of Orelha's death and whether violence played a role.

The report, which spans 16 pages and has been shared exclusively with reporter Jean Raupp of NSC TV, states that the animal's death is confirmed but the precise cause remains undetermined, indicating that the absence of skeletal fractures does not necessarily mean that blunt force trauma, particularly to the head, did not occur. This nuance is critical as it reflects on the ongoing investigation by the Civil Police and the implications for animal rights and community safety issues.

As the case progresses, the Public Prosecutor's Office of Santa Catarina has made new requests for information from the Civil Police regarding the death of Orelha. The high-profile nature of this case has sparked public interest in animal welfare and rights, prompting discussions around community responsibility towards animals and the need for stricter penalties for animal cruelty. The outcome of this investigation could set precedents for how such cases are handled in the future.