Deputy asked for identification of profiles that mentioned necrophilia and sexual violence after the accident in São Paulo
The federal deputy (Psol-SP) asked the PF (Federal Police), this Monday (June 15, 2026), to open an investigation into publications made on the social network
According to the congresswoman, on , users of the platform shared messages that made reference to necrophilia and sexual violence against the young woman after her death was announced. For Erika Hilton, the published content goes beyond the limits of freedom of expression and may constitute crimes under Brazilian legislation.
The deputy argues that the posts contributed to the spread of misogynistic speeches and the normalization of sexual violence. It requests that the authors of the messages be identified and that measures be taken to ensure possible criminal liability. In the congresswoman’s opinion, the publications can constitute the crimes of condoning crime and vilifying a corpse. The request cites comments published on social media after the repercussions of the young woman’s death.
Erika Hilton argues that the Federal Police has the competence to act in the investigation because it concerns conduct carried out in a digital environment.
O Poder360 contacted the deputy to request the full document sent to the PF, but did not receive a response until the publication of this report. This text will be updated as soon as any comments are received.
O Poder360 also questioned the PF about receiving the request, but received no response until the publication of this report. This text will be updated as soon as any comments are received.
REPERCUSSION OF THE ACCIDENT
The request was presented 2 days after the death of Maria Eduarda during a rope jump, carried out on the so-called Ponte do Esqueleto, in Limeira, in the interior of São Paulo.
According to information released by the city hall, based on reports from the Military Police, the young woman was not attached to the safety rope. According to the SPU (Union Heritage Secretariat), from the Ministry of Management and Innovation in Public Services, the company was not authorized to carry out this type of activity.
Samu teams were called, but the victim died at the scene. The body was sent to the IML (Legal Medical Institute), while the Civil Police began investigating the circumstances of the accident. Six people linked to the organization of the activity were taken to provide clarification after the young woman’s death.
CITY HALL HOLDS THE UNION RESPONSIBLE
Limeira City Hall announced in a statement that it intends to take legal action against the federal government. The municipal administration states that Ponte do Esqueleto is located in an area under the responsibility of the Union and that it had already alerted federal agencies about the need for security measures at the site.
According to Mayor Murilo Félix, the discussion not only involves the circumstances of the accident, but also the lack of access control to an area considered at risk. The city hall said it will continue to collaborate with the investigations and provide support to the victim’s family.
