Michelle Cristina Feliciano Costa dos Santos, a 32-year-old woman in Brazil, is facing serious charges for the alleged murder of her mother, Márcia Cristina Feliciano Costa, aged 59. During a court instruction hearing, she claimed that her confession to the police a week after the crime was influenced by a dream, suggesting confusion surrounding the realities of her actions. This statement raised eyebrows, as the prosecution highlighted that she was accompanied by a lawyer during her police interrogation and provided detailed accounts of how the crime was committed.

The case centers on a tragic family incident, reportedly triggered by a dispute over the organization of her daughter's birthday party, which intensifies the emotional weight of the situation. The prosecutor, Marcus Túlio Nicolino, emphasized the seriousness of the confession and the logistical aspects of the confession — indicating that while she claims no memory of admitting to the crime, detailed aspects of the confession suggest otherwise. This discrepancy could play a significant role in her defense and the proceedings moving forward as she prepares for a jury trial.

Defense attorney Camilo Garcia has indicated that he has already filed an appeal against the court's decision to take the case to jury trial, highlighting an ongoing legal battle as they prepare for what could be a pivotal and emotionally charged trial. The situation underscores the complex dynamics of familial relationships and the legal intricacies involved in cases of alleged domestic violence and mental state during the commission of a crime.