The case of Laura Vitória Oliveira da Rocha, who disappeared in Palmas, Brazil, on January 9, 2016, has recently been brought to the attention of the United Nations by the Center for the Defense of Children and Adolescents' Rights (Cedeca). This action comes a decade after her disappearance, driven by claims of significant shortcomings in the investigative process that have led to no substantial results in finding Laura. In the report, Cedeca highlighted that critical evidence and initial procedures were inconsistent, ultimately thwarting the search for the missing girl.

Laura was last seen leaving her home to head to a supermarket in southern Palmas, with security cameras capturing her entries and exits from the location. Cedeca's executive secretary, Mônica Brito, stated that the organization identified several lapses in the police investigations, including a lack of continuity as different police departments took turns on the case without achieving tangible progress in uncovering what happened to Laura. This has raised concerns about the effectiveness of law enforcement in dealing with missing children cases in Brazil.

The reporting to the UN signifies a call for international attention on the matter and emphasizes the need for accountability and thorough investigations in missing persons cases, especially those involving children. It highlights not only the struggles of the families left in agony but also shines a light on broader systemic issues within Brazil's child protection and law enforcement frameworks.