At least half a dozen women murders that have become public over the Christmas period have caused consternation in Brazil.
Brasilia – At least half a dozen that have become public Feminicides over the Christmas days have in Brazil Caused consternation.
Several women were murdered in Brazil between December 23 and 25. The perpetrators were therefore their partners or ex-partners. (Symbol picture) © 123rf.com/Thai Noipho
“It is an evil that affects Brazil and the whole world and requires a collective effort to overcome”, tweeted the Ministry of Women in Brasília on Monday.
The six women whose cases circulated in the media were murdered by partners or ex-partners between December 23 and 25.
According to media reports, a judge in Rio de Janeiro was killed with 16 stab wounds in front of her daughters.
According to the reports, the judiciary in Rio had given the 45-year-old escort to keep her violent ex-husband away.
Since November, however, the woman has waived the measure.