Overview

• The sisters were found on May 5 in a makeshift prison at their father's home, tied to filthy mattresses surrounded by human waste and trash.
• Police believe the abuse began a year ago after the sisters' mother left for a hospital appointment and never returned.
• The victims, suffering from severe malnutrition and dehydration, are currently hospitalized and too fragile to undergo forensic examinations.
• The 68-year-old father has been charged with domestic violence, mistreatment, psychological violence, and unlawful imprisonment, with potential rape charges pending medical confirmation.
• The case highlights systemic challenges in addressing domestic violence and sexual abuse in Brazil, where nearly 75,000 rape cases were reported in 2022.