A doctor in Montes Claros, Brazil, has been charged with qualified homicide by the Public Ministry of Minas Gerais (MPMG) after a patient died during a mini liposuction procedure. The charge is classified as homicide by eventual intent, which occurs when an individual takes substantial risks that could lead to death, and was characterized by a 'base motive' deemed unsavory. The incident happened on December 11, 2025, when the 41-year-old woman died during the procedure, attracting significant legal scrutiny.

The defense attorney, Warlem Freire, has publicly acknowledged the filing of the charge and is awaiting the judge's decision on whether to proceed with it. He stated that the defense intends to contest the charges vigorously, arguing that the prosecution's claim of eventual intent lacks merit. Freire expressed confidence that they will demonstrate the flaws in the charges, suggesting that the legal precedent does not support such a classification in this case.

This incident raises important questions regarding medical accountability and the extent to which medical professionals can be held liable for procedural risks involved in cosmetic surgeries. The outcome of this case could have broader implications for the regulation of medical practices and the standards of care provided during elective surgical procedures in Brazil.