Name Unknown
17 May 2026
João Pessoa, Paraíba (Brazil)
Beaten
The victim's body was found with signs of violence. Her identity is unknown.
The body of a trans woman was found on Sunday morning (17) in the central region of João Pessoa. The victim showed signs of beating and was found by locals in an area close to a popular restaurant in the Varadouro neighborhood.
According to initial information gathered at the scene, the victim had not yet been officially identified at the time of the latest update. The body was found in an area known for the frequent presence of drug users.
Initial suspicions suggest the woman was killed after suffering blows to the head and neck. The case will be investigated by the Civil Police of Paraíba.
Teams from the Military Police of Paraíba, forensics, and the Institute of Scientific Police were at the scene conducting initial investigations and collected the body for forensic examination.
So far, there is no information about suspects or the motive for the crime. The police will use camera footage and witness statements to try to clarify the case.
