Franco Hamad Dacca Sousa, a former municipal guard from São Vicente in São Paulo, was sentenced to three years and four months in open prison for the crime of killing his pit bull dog named Amora. The incident occurred in December 2023 and was captured on surveillance footage, which shows Sousa shooting the dog while riding a motorcycle. His defense team stated that they intend to appeal the decision. The case garnered significant attention due to the shocking nature of the crime and the fact that it was recorded on video.

The events leading to the shooting involved previously reported attacks by the dog on Sousa's parents. After the shooting, police received multiple complaints and subsequently questioned Sousa's mother, who confirmed that she and her husband had been attacked by Amora shortly before the incident. In his testimony, Sousa provided medical records, claiming that both parents had been treated for injuries caused by the dog but he was initially released due to lack of immediate evidence against him.

This case has sparked outrage among animal rights activists and the general public, highlighting concerns regarding the treatment of animals and the need for stringent laws to protect them. The Ministry of Public Affairs in São Paulo took action against Sousa, leading to his prosecution. The incident raises important questions about accountability for violent acts against animals in Brazil, as advocacy for animal welfare continues to gain momentum in the country.