DEAM of Lavras Arrests Man Who Called Ex-Partner and Violated Protective Order

The Civil Police reported on Thursday (13) the arrest, in São João del-Rei, of a 46-year-old man who, according to the Lavras Specialized Police Station for Women (Delegacia Especializada de Atendimento à Mulher, DEAM), called his ex-partner on WhatsApp even though a court order barred him from any contact with her. The pretrial detention was requested by DEAM and ordered by the 2nd Criminal Court of the judicial district of Lavras.

The victim, also 46, says she suffered psychological violence from her ex-partner for several years. It was this history that led her to request Emergency Protective Measures, which were granted by the court. According to the investigation, the man knew about the measures and still made the call in September of this year.

During the investigation, according to the Civil Police, DEAM gathered evidence that confirmed the victim's account. Data provided by the telephone operator linked the number used in the call to the suspect.

Police also found previous records against him in São João del-Rei for domestic violence against other women. For DEAM, the repetition of this kind of conduct and the need to ensure the protective order is obeyed justified the request for arrest.

Because the suspect lives in São João del-Rei, the warrant was carried out in that city, with support from the local Civil Police station, in joint work with DEAM of Lavras.

The Civil Police stresses that victims of domestic violence should go to a police station and report both the assaults and any violation of a protective order, so that measures can be taken immediately. In an emergency, call 190 for the Military Police. The Women's Assistance Hotline (Central de Atendimento à Mulher) can be reached at 180, free of charge and 24 hours a day.