Almost a month after the death of military police officer Gisele Alves, the Civil Police in São Paulo continue to investigate whether she committed suicide or was a victim of feminicide. The inquiry is awaiting additional reports from the Technical-Scientific Police, which are expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting that occurred on February 18 in the apartment she shared with her husband, Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Neto. Initially recorded as a suicide, the case has shifted to being treated as a suspicious death due to contradictions and new evidence emerging during the investigation.

The investigation is currently working with two hypotheses: that Gisele took her own life or that she was murdered. Forensic experts are analyzing evidence that could indicate whether the shooting was self-inflicted or involved another party. According to Colonel Neto, who maintains the suicide narrative, the shot occurred after an argument while he was in the shower. He claims to have heard a noise, and upon leaving the bathroom, he found Gisele injured, adding complexity to the case as the police continue to piece together the events surrounding her death.

This case highlights broader societal concerns regarding domestic violence and the treatment of women in vulnerable situations. The classification of the death—whether as a suicide or feminicide—will not only impact the investigation but also influence public discourse around women’s safety in Brazil, particularly within the context of law enforcement and military personnel. As the inquiry progresses, implications for policy and preventive measures against violence toward women could emerge, reflecting the gravity of the matter and its resonance within the community.