Two members of a group investigated for the collective rape of a 17-year-old girl in Rio de Janeiro are accused of a similar crime involving a previously undocumented 14-year-old victim.
A second victim has come forward to the police, reporting that she was raped by at least two members of a group already being investigated for the collective rape of a 17-year-old girl in Rio de Janeiro. The new accusation was made during a statement to authorities on a recent date. The victim, who is now 17, revealed that she had been in a relationship with one of the suspects, who is the only minor involved in both cases.
The victim recounted being invited to the residence of one of the suspected rapists, Matheus Veríssimo Zoel Martins, who is 19 years old. In her testimony, she stated that at least two of the suspects were involved in the sexual violence against her. This raises serious concerns about the behavior of the suspects and highlights the need for more victims to come forward and report similar incidents.
The police have been actively encouraging potential additional victims to approach them and file complaints, underscoring the gravity of the situation. The investigation led by Detective Ângelo Lajes is crucial not only for delivering justice for these victims but also for potentially uncovering a broader pattern of abuse within the group of suspects.
