Albino dos Santos Lima, a serial killer, was sentenced to 22 years, 5 months, and 15 days in prison for the murder of Genilda Maria da Conceição, a 71-year-old woman, as the last of a series of crimes attributed to him. The trial took place in Maceió, led by Judge Yulli Roter, and now brings Lima's total sentence to more than 175 years in prison. The murder occurred in 2019 when Genilda was attacked from behind while taking her grandson to school in the Chã da Jaqueira neighborhood.

The public prosecutor's office of Alagoas stated that Lima chose victims from the outskirts of the capital. Despite the evidence and previous confessions, Lima denied his involvement during the trial, claiming the confession was coerced due to the conditions in the police station. This denial reflects a broader issue with the judicial processes in Brazil, where defendants often claim coercion, leading to questions regarding the integrity of confessions used in trials.

This case emphasizes the ongoing struggles Brazil faces with violent crime and the need for effective measures to ensure public safety. Lima's extensive sentencing highlights the judicial system's efforts to address such heinous crimes, although the reality of violent crime, particularly against vulnerable populations like the elderly, remains a serious concern for communities across the country.