A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Itapetininga, São Paulo, on suspicion of a serious home invasion and sexual assault. The arrest, which took place on Wednesday, May 6th, follows a two-month investigation by the Civil Police into an incident that occurred in February of this year.
According to the police report, the suspect allegedly jumped a wall from a neighboring property to gain entry into the victim's residence in the city's center. The victim discovered the man lying on the floor of her home wearing only his underwear. When she screamed for help, the suspect fled the scene and had not been located until now.
The investigation, conducted by the Women's Defense Precinct (DDM) of Itapetininga, identified the suspect and gathered sufficient evidence to request a preventive arrest warrant from the judiciary. The warrant was granted, leading to the man's capture and subsequent transfer to the police precinct for processing.
The case continues to be formally investigated as a rape, reflecting the severity of the alleged crime. The successful arrest underscores the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to address violent crimes against women in the region.
Based on reporting from g1.