According to PCERJ (Civil Police of the State of Rio de Janeiro), one of the findings of the research that investigates a gang rape against a 17-year-old teenager, which occurred on January 31, in the Copacabana neighborhoodcame to images that show the alleged mastermind of the crime, performing gestures interpreted by investigators as celebration.
According to the 12th DP investigation, the crime was a .
Images from the building’s security cameras recorded the moment when, after leaving the victim outside the building, the group’s mentor – who is a minor – returned to the apartment and performed the gestures.
Investigation and texting
According to authorities, the young woman was attracted to the property, located on Rua Ministro Viveiros de Castro, due to a relationship of trust with her ex-boyfriend.
Application Messages attached to the process show that the teenager had previously arranged to attend, but when faced with the refusal, stated that there would be no problem for her to attend alone.
At the scene, the room was allegedly invaded by four adults, who practiced .
The forensic examination confirmed injuries compatible with physical violence and biological material was collected for DNA analysis.
Fugitive suspects and institutional measures
The court issued warrants for preventive detention against four young people, all students at Pedro II College:
- Bruno Felipe dos Santos Allegretti18 years old;
- Vitor Hugo Oliveira Simonin18 years old;
- Mattheus Verissimo Zoel Martins19 years old;
- João Gabriel Xavier Bertho19 years old.
The 17-year-old teenager will respond in accordance with the rules of the Children and Adolescents Court.
In a note, the Pedro II College reported having initiated procedures for the dismissal of those involved.
O Serrano Football Club also announced the immediate removal and suspension of João Gabriel Xavier Bertho’s contract.
The Civil Police carried out the operation “No It’s No” to serve the arrest warrants, but the suspects were not located and are considered fugitives.
