Felipe Alves de Souza Lima, a former security guard, is being tried for the murder of Ana Flávia Pereira Oliveira, who was tragically shot inside the pharmacy in which she worked in April 2023. The incident, which took place in Cubatão, São Paulo, resulted in the death of Oliveira, aged 42, after she was shot in the head and shoulder. Despite her being rushed to the hospital, she succumbed to her injuries shortly thereafter.

Lima, who had a previous relationship with Oliveira and had worked as a security guard in the same establishment, emerged as the primary suspect following the tragic event. However, he managed to evade arrest for ten months, only being apprehended in February 2024 when police discovered him hiding under his parents' bed in the Vila Nova neighborhood. His long delay in capture raised concerns about the effectiveness of the police investigation in handling potential gender-based violence.

During the trial, Lima faces serious charges, including triple-qualified homicide due to base motives, use of means that hindered the victim's defense, and feminicide. His legal proceedings have garnered attention, highlighting the ongoing issues related to domestic violence and the justice system's response in Brazil. The case serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles many face in securing justice against gender-related crimes and the broader societal implications surrounding such acts of violence against women.