Juliana Rangel’s father and mother also want her to be transferred to a private hospital, with the costs covered by the federal government, to ensure the best possible treatment
A committed to providing a helicopter to the family of Juliana Rangel, a 26-year-old girl who was shot in the head by corporation agents in Rio de Janeiro. The tragic incident occurred during a mistaken approach, just hours before Christmas, leaving the family in shock and seeking justice. Juliana remains hospitalized in a very serious condition, while her father, who was also hit, only suffered a minor injury to his hand.
Given the seriousness of the situation, Juliana’s family intends to take legal action against the Union, seeking compensation for moral and material damages. They want Juliana to be transferred to a private hospital, with the costs covered by the Union, to guarantee the best possible treatment. In response to the incident, the agents involved in the approach were administratively removed, and both the Federal Public Ministry and the Federal Police are conducting investigations to determine the facts.
This case is not an isolated incident in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Last year, two similar incidents were recorded, including the tragic case of a three-year-old girl who did not survive after being shot. These events have generated a public outcry for significant changes in police practices, highlighting the need for a better prepared police force with greater capacity for discernment.
*With information from Rodrigo Viga
*Report produced with the help of AI
