Overview
- João Victor Cubas Alves, 25, was arrested on December 6 in Salvador on suspicion of raping a woman after they met via a dating app and went from a bar to a hotel.
- The court granted him release after a custody hearing on Monday, allowing him to respond in freedom under judicial conditions that include bail and other restrictions.
- Police say the case forms part of Operação Escudo das Marias, which mobilizes specialized women’s units and intelligence teams to combat gender‑based violence.
- Authorities requested urgent protective measures for the alleged victim as the Polícia Civil continues to gather evidence.
- Galícia removed its November signing announcement and said it repudiates violence and is cooperating with authorities; the defender previously played for Santos’ under‑23 and clubs in São Paulo.