A four-year-old girl was found by the Military Police early in the morning in Jaraguá do Sul, Santa Catarina, wandering barefoot and scared while looking for her mother. The police discovered her during a routine patrol; although she was frightened, she did not have any injuries. When questioned, the girl explained that she had left home to find her mother but got lost along the way.

After being rescued, the police assisted her in returning home where they found only her grandmother present. The grandmother explained to the officers that the girl's mother had gone to a convenience store and did not realize that her daughter had gone missing until the police arrived at their home. Shortly thereafter, the girl's mother returned, relieved to be reunited with her daughter.

This incident highlights the importance of parental supervision and awareness, especially for young children. While this story had a positive ending with the girl being safely returned home, it raises awareness about the potential dangers of children wandering alone and the need for community vigilance.