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Old Woman Says Lutador Could Have Killed Her
An 81-year-old woman claims a jiu-jitsu fighter nearly killed her after violent attacks in Rio.
In brief
An 81-year-old woman claims a jiu-jitsu fighter nearly killed her after violent attacks in Rio. An 81-year-old woman says a jiu-jitsu fighter in Rio could have killed her during violent attacks. Originally reported by Estadão.
Lutador arrested after violent attacks
A 32-year-old jiu-jitsu fighter was arrested for attacking two neighbors in Rio's Tijuca neighborhood.
81-year-old woman injured
An 81-year-old woman suffered multiple injuries and facial bruises after being attacked by the fighter.
Woman's account of violence
The woman said the fighter was 'possessed' and could have killed her during the attack.
“Ele estava possesso, podia ter me matado”
Fighter's defense
The fighter claimed he did not remember the attacks and used anabolic steroids and antidepressants.
Police response
Police arrested the fighter after he resisted arrest and tried to take a firearm from an officer.
Case status
The case is under investigation by the 18th Police District and the fighter faces charges of attempted feminicide.
The headline
An 81-year-old woman says a jiu-jitsu fighter in Rio could have killed her during violent attacks.
