A domestic violence incident in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, led to the arrest of a man on Thursday, May 7th. Authorities report he struck his female partner with a vehicle in the Monsuaba neighborhood.
The victim sustained serious injuries in the collision. Medical personnel transported her to Hospital Geral da Japuíba, where she is being treated for multiple fractures.
Law enforcement from the Delegacia Especializada de Atendimento à Mulher (Deam), the specialized police unit for crimes against women, responded to the scene. Officers confirmed the arrest was made in flagrante, meaning the suspect was apprehended at the time of the crime.
A key piece of evidence in the case is video footage. According to the Deam, police obtained recordings of the victim after the impact. These images were captured by a witness to the event.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to piece together the full circumstances surrounding the attack. The suspect remains in custody following his arrest.
This case highlights the ongoing issue of violence against women in the region. The specialized Deam unit is tasked with investigating such crimes to ensure proper legal procedures are followed.
The condition of the hospitalized victim is being monitored by medical staff at the facility. Further details regarding the suspect's identity or potential charges have not been released by the police at this time.
Based on reporting from g1.