Suspect of killing a woman who refused a kiss planned the crime in MG, says delegate
Matheus Vinícius de Souza is accused of planning the murder of Priscila Beatriz Assis Teixeira after she rejected his advances, and the police believe it was premeditated.
The murder of 38-year-old Priscila Beatriz Assis Teixeira has been classified as premeditated according to the Civil Police, with 18-year-old Matheus Vinícius de Souza planning the crime following her rejection of a kiss during a mobile phone sale negotiation. The incident occurred on Monday night in Campos Altos, located in the Alto Paranaíba region of Brazil. Investigating officer Jeferson Leal has highlighted the significance of Matheus arriving at the scene with a knife, hinting at his intent to harm from the outset.
Evidence suggests that Matheus may have been stalking Priscila prior to the incident; her cousin, Mariana Assis, reported that surveillance cameras captured him observing her home in the days leading up to the murder. This raises troubling questions about a possible history between the two, as Mariana shared her concern for the impact of this violence on Priscila's three children, now left orphaned. Community reactions have been heavily emotional, as many are outraged by the motives behind the murder and the tragic loss of life.
As the investigation continues, authorities are also working to establish Matheus's defense and potentially uncover any prior interactions he had with Priscila. The case has highlighted ongoing issues surrounding violence against women in Brazil, prompting community discussions on safety and preventive measures.