Ten victims had their intimate photos and videos released without consent; another 14 reported that they were victims of harassment and aggression by attendees and dance teachers
In recent months, a scandal involving forró houses in Brazil and abroad has surfaced, with women denouncing men by leakage of intimate photos, and aggressions. A is in charge of the investigations, which have already identified at least 24 victims. The complaints reveal that men, known in the dance environment, have shared images without consent in telegram groups, exposing women illegally and immorally.
According to the reports, ten women had their intimate photos and videos released without consent. These images were captured during consensual relationships, but the victims did not know they were being recorded. The situation gets worse with the fact that the images were shared in groups, increasing humiliation and psychological damage.
In addition to the leakage of images, 14 women reported having been victims of harassment and aggression by forró houses and dance teachers. The victims found that they were photographed and filmed without permission only when the images were already circulating on the internet. The Federal Police are investigating the participation of other men in porn groups of revenge and sexual harassment, with complaints that include aggression, persecution, threat and bodily injury.
The crimes occurred in several cities, including Sao Paulo, Cotia, Rio de Janeiro and even Turin, in Italy. The Federal Police are committed to identifying and responsible those involved, listening to new witnesses and deepening investigations. Some victims have already managed to identify their attackers, while others remain unknown. The investigation continues, in order to bring justice to women affected by these crimes and ensure that those responsible are punished.
*With information from Danúbia Braga
*Report produced with the aid of AI
