The tragic murder of law professor Juliana Santiago occurred one month ago and has drawn attention due to its nature as a feminicide. On February 6, during a night class at the Aparício Carvalho University Center (Fimca) in Porto Velho, a 24-year-old student, João Cândido da Costa Junior, attacked Santiago after initiating a volatile discussion. Despite receiving medical attention, she succumbed to her injuries, leading to public outcry and heightened discourse around violence against women in educational institutions.

João was arrested at the scene of the crime, where he claimed to have had a romantic relationship with the victim that he believed was disrupted when she rekindled ties with her ex-boyfriend. This alleged emotional turmoil led him to commit the crime, although authorities do not acknowledge that this justifies his actions. The police have labeled this incident as feminicide, emphasizing the need for systemic changes to address gender-based violence.

The Tribunal de Justiça (TJ) of Rondônia confirmed that legal proceedings are moving forward without obstacles, indicating a commitment to pursuing justice. This case has reignited discussions on the safety of educators and students in universities, as well as the societal factors that contribute to such violent acts. The ongoing legal process will be closely monitored by the community and advocates pushing for reforms in response to tragedies of this nature.