The III Jury Court of the Capital in Rio de Janeiro will preside over the trial of three individuals accused of involvement in the murder of lawyer Rodrigo Marinho Crespo, who was shot and killed on February 26, 2024. The incident occurred on Avenida Marechal Câmara, directly in front of the law office where Crespo was a partner. The trial is scheduled for March 5, 2026, as the legal proceedings continue to unfold around this high-profile murder case.

The accused include Leandro Machado da Silva, known as 'Cara de Pedra', a military police officer alleged to have arranged the vehicles used in the crime. He surrendered to the Homicide Division just days after the murder. Cezar Daniel Mondego de Souza, nicknamed 'Russo', is alleged to have monitored the victim's movements leading up to the shooting. Eduardo Sobreira de Moraes is accused of driving the getaway car while keeping watch on Crespo's activities prior to the attack. All three were formally charged in April 2024 following the acceptance of the prosecution's indictment.

In the wake of the charges, Leandro has been suspended from his position in the police force. Investigations surrounding the case have drawn attention due to the involvement of law enforcement personnel, raising serious concerns about police conduct and possible corruption. The upcoming jury trial will be closely monitored by the public and media, shedding light on the broader issues of violence and justice within the context of Brazilian society, particularly in Rio de Janeiro.