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PT Founder Paulo Frateschi Remembered at Alesp After Fatal Stabbing by Son

Police cite a psychotic episode during the attack, with the case at the 91st precinct as forensic analysis proceeds.

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Overview

  • Frateschi’s body was laid in state at the São Paulo state assembly this morning, with a cortege to Memorial Parque Jaraguá and burial scheduled for 3:30 p.m. local time.
  • The 75-year-old was a founding PT leader and close ally of President Lula, who joined party figures in expressing condolences.
  • His son, Francisco, 34, was detained after the incident at the family home in Lapa; Frateschi was taken to Hospital das Clínicas and died of his injuries.
  • Frateschi’s wife, Yolanda Maux Viana, was injured while intervening and received treatment for a fractured arm at a local clinic.
  • PT leaders attended the public viewing as investigators process the scene on Rua Ponta Porã and continue inquiries registered at the 91st police district.