The civil police of Santa Catarina arrested this Monday (21) a suspect in the rape of the vulnerable, rape and sexual harassment. The crimes would have been committed against at least 12 victims in five cities across the state.

Civil police detained a suspect in Porto Belo – Photo: DIVULGAÇÃO/POLÍCIA CIVIL

The arrest took place at a residence in Porto Belo. Deprivation of liberty is preventive in nature, that is, indefinite. The decision is taken by the 1st Criminal Court of Florianopolis, which also determined the search and confiscation of the house in Palos.

According to the civilian police, the crimes were committed in Florianopolis, Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, San José, Palos and Itajai.

The investigation began in March after four incidents were reported against the suspect in the Campeche area of ​​Florianopolis.

“Investigative actions began in March due to four incidents reported in the Campeche area, and required extraordinary efforts from the investigation team to locate the person,” the corporation ratified.

So far, 12 victims have been identified, but it is expected that more cases will be registered in the coming days. The case is being investigated by the Women’s Rights Police Department.