The trial of Cleison Alves da Silva, a 33-year-old man accused of strangling his 29-year-old girlfriend Tauane de Oliveira Braga, began in Divinópolis on Friday, the 27th. The murder took place in May 2025 at the victim's home in the Jardinópolis neighborhood. According to the police investigation, Silva allegedly killed Braga for trivial reasons, and at the time of the crime, her daughters, aged 6 and 9, were asleep in the house.

Details revealed that the incident occurred in the early hours of May 21 when Silva and Braga had been living together for about three months, having been in a relationship for less than six months. Following the murder, Silva fled the premises and called his brother to confess to the crime; the brother subsequently contacted law enforcement. Upon arriving at the scene, police found the front gate locked and had to force their way in, discovering the frightened children who were unaware of the situation unfolding around them.

The case raises significant concerns about domestic violence and the safety of children in abusive environments. With the trial now underway, it is essential to consider the broader implications of this tragedy, not only for the family involved but also for the community in Divinópolis, highlighting the urgent need for effective measures to combat domestic violence and protect vulnerable individuals, especially children.