Video: man chases and runs over ex-girlfriend for not accepting breakup in MT
A man violently attacked his ex-girlfriend and later ran her over with his car after she attempted to break off their relationship in Mato Grosso, Brazil.
In a shocking incident in Mato Grosso, Brazil, a man was arrested after he violently assaulted his ex-girlfriend following their breakup. According to the victim's testimony to the police, the perpetrator broke into her home by smashing a window and physically attacked her for about 40 minutes, inflicting punches, kicks, and even a superficial stab wound to her neck. During the assault, the young woman managed to escape when the attacker momentarily distracted himself.
Minutes later, surveillance footage captured the suspect chasing the victim down the street in his car. The footage shows the alarming moment where the man accelerates towards her, resulting in him hitting her with his vehicle. To mitigate the impact, the victim leapt onto the hood of the car just before the collision occurred. This incident highlights a severe case of domestic violence stemming from a refusal to accept a breakup and raises awareness about the gravity of such offenses.
The attack was halted by a plainclothes officer who intervened and apprehended the suspect as the violent scene unfolded. Authorities further emphasized the importance of resources such as the 'SOS Mulher MT' app, designed to assist women in distress and offer immediate help in situations of violence. The case underscores the increasing attention needed to combat domestic violence and the critical role of law enforcement in such incidents.