Lucélio Lemos Correia Pereira, 42, has been sentenced to 25 years in a closed regime for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Joseane dos Santos, 35, during her work as a mototaxista in Jaboticabal, São Paulo. The conviction was made by a jury and confirmed by the São Paulo Court of Justice on Friday, following a trial that lasted nearly ten hours. Joseane was killed in March 2023 while completing a delivery when Lucélio approached her on a motorcycle and committed the crime, which was captured by security cameras.

The case highlights the alarming issue of feminicide in Brazil, where gender-based violence remains a significant concern. The jurors' decision underscores the legal system's stance on such crimes, indicating a move towards stricter punishment for perpetrators of violence against women. The sentence serves not only as a punishment for Lucélio but also as a message to society about the seriousness of addressing and preventing gender-based violence.

This sentencing may prompt a renewed focus on protective measures for women in similar vulnerable situations, particularly in occupations that expose them to potential violence. Activists and organizations may leverage this case to push for reforms and improvements in the legal framework protecting women from domestic and gender-based violence, emphasizing the need for societal change alongside legal action.