An 18-year-old woman reported being rapedon the night of last Sunday (9), during an app-based motorcycle race in Salvador (BA). According to the PCBA (Civil Police of Bahia), the victim requested the transportation service and, during the journey, the driver diverted the path. Armed with a revolver, he surrendered his wife and committed the crime. As of Tuesday (11), the suspect had not yet been identified, police reported.
According to the victim’s report, , in the Nova Esperança neighborhood, . When questioning the detour, the man stated that he would just make a quick stop to urinate. Then, armed, he captured the victim and committed the crime.
In a note, Deam (Special Women’s Assistance Police Station), in Brotas (BA), reported that the young woman provided data on the model and license plate of the motorcycle used by the suspect. A guide for physical injury examination was issued, and efforts are underway to locate the perpetrator of the crime.
In a note, the app transport company 99 regretted what happened and informed that it has a policy of repudiation and zero tolerance in cases of sexual harassment and violence.
“The partner motorcyclist’s profile was permanently blocked from the platform. A specialized team is in contact with the passenger’s family to provide support and guidance on activating the insurance, which includes psychological support. The company remains available to collaborate with the authorities’ investigations,” said 99.
