Woman attacked with knife by partner in Medina, Brazil

A 27-year-old woman in Medina was choked, had her arms squeezed and mouth covered, and was threatened with death and a knife by her 20-year-old partner after he learned she planned to leave the home. Neighbours heard her cries and called an off-duty civil police officer, and the man was arrested.

• Medina, Brazil
• Aug 4, 2026
• Severity 4 of 5 — Physical assault causing injury