Mar 22 • 15:15 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Suspect of hitting ex-wife on the head in seaside SP is at large

Wendrews Sant Ana Vieira dos Santos is a fugitive suspected of attempted feminicide against his ex-wife in Praia Grande, São Paulo, after allegedly striking her with a blunt object.

Wendrews Sant Ana Vieira dos Santos, a 30-year-old man, is wanted by the police following an alleged attempt of feminicide against his 19-year-old ex-wife in Praia Grande, São Paulo. According to the local authorities, he attacked the woman with a blunt object, hitting her on the head, and subsequently fled the scene. The incident occurred late at night, and a temporary arrest warrant has been issued against him by the local women's defense police department.

The attack is reported to have unfolded during an altercation when Wendrews not only attempted to assault his ex-wife but also entered her home intending to harm her mother. The aggressor's intention regarding his ex-wife remains unclear, but officials have classified it as a heinous crime due to the nature of the attack being an attempted feminicide. The police are actively searching for him to ensure justice and safety for the victim and the community.

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violence against women in Brazil, particularly in domestic situations. The increased visibility of feminicide and domestic violence cases has prompted calls for stronger protective measures and more effective law enforcement responses. As the investigation proceeds, the impact of societal attitudes towards gender-based violence will likely come into focus, illustrating the urgent need for change and support systems for victims.

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