The hearing for Francisco Fernando de Oliveira Castro, a former municipal civil guard in Brazil, who is under investigation for the murders of Penélope Brito, the commander of the Municipal Civil Guard of Parnaíba, and councilman Thiciano Ribeiro, has been postponed as confirmed by defense attorney Cláudio Coutinho. The hearing was originally scheduled for two sessions on the 13th and 17th of this month, but has now been rescheduled for the 27th of March and the 7th of April. The delay occurred because the defense presented a medical certificate indicating that the defendant needed to undergo an ophthalmological surgery. Initially, the judge had denied a request for postponement made by the defendant's attorney. However, when a medical certificate was submitted yesterday, the judge had no choice but to accept the evidence presented. This situation highlights the procedural complexities that can arise in the judicial process and how medical circumstances can impact the scheduling of hearings. This case is especially significant given the public roles of the individuals involved and the implications of such violent incidents in society. It raises concerns about safety and the systemic issues surrounding violence, particularly against women. The delay allows for further legal examination but also prolongs the anxieties faced by the families and communities affected by these tragic events.