A couple was found dead in a residence in Jardim Santa Lúcia, in Campinas, on the afternoon of Sunday, November 9, 2025. The Civil Police registered the case as femicide followed by suicide, with the main victim being an eight-month pregnant woman. The crime occurred around 2pm, on Rua José Lourenço de Sá, and involved Denise Tizo de Oliveira, aged 27, and her partner Vinícius Franco de Farias, aged 29.
The Mobile Emergency Care Service confirmed the deaths at the scene, after calling neighbors who noticed there was no movement in the house. The apparent motivation is related to disagreements in the relationship, according to initial reports from family members.
- Denise had injuries caused by a sharp object, compatible with a sharp weapon.
- Vinícius had similar injuries, indicating self-harm after the attack.
- The victim’s advanced pregnancy worsens the situation, with loss of the fetus confirmed by preliminary examination.
History of relationship disagreements
Vinícius’s stepfather reported to the police that the couple keptThere have been recurring discussions in recent months. These conflicts increased after the recent move into the rental property in the neighborhood.
Denise’s family mentioned attempts at family mediation, but without success in resolving the tensions. The proximity of the pregnancy, in the eighth month, intensified the disputes, according to statements collected during the police shift.
Seizures and initial procedures
Police seized a knife with traces of blood at the scene of the crime. Two cell phones belonging to the couple were also collected for technical analysis.
The Legal Medical Institute carries out additional examinations to determine the exact sequence of events. The Campinas Women’s Defense Police Station took over the investigations, focusing on reconstructing the schedule of the last few hours.
Previous cases of femicide in the region
In January 2025, Campinas recorded the first femicide of the year with the death of Sandra Regina Mercadante, aged 49, stabbed by her partner. The suspect was arrested days later in Araras, 80 km from the city.
In October, another case involved Daniela Alves da Silva, 33 years old, found asphyxiated in a shack in Jardim Santa Eudóxia. The attacker, arrested last week, had frequent disagreements with the victim, who had a protective measure against his ex-partner.
In June, caregiver Camila Oliveira Silva, of unknown age, was run over by her ex-partner, making it the fourth femicide of the year in the city. The author remains at large, and the criminalIt occurred to me near a school, with eyewitnesses.
Increased numbers of gender-based violence
The São Paulo Public Security Secretariat reports 129 femicides in the state by June 2025, an increase of 4% compared to the previous period. In the Campinas region, the total reaches 23 cases per year, distributed across eight neighboring municipalities.
Campinas leads with 65 records since the crime was classified in 2015, followed by Sumaré with 11 occurrences in the same period. This data reflects continuous monitoring by specialized police stations.
The 2025 Brazilian Public Security Yearbook records 1,459 national femicides in 2024, with São Paulo among the states with the highest absolute incidence. The majority of victims, 64%, are black women, and 80% of crimes occur in the domestic environment.
Specialized services assistance
Casa da Mulher Campineira welcomed 700 women in the first five months of 2025, offering legal and psychological support. The service includes referrals for professional qualification in partnership with local institutions.
- Initial service occurs 24 hours a day, focusing on immediate reception.
- Training programs aim to achieve financial independence for victims.
- Multidisciplinary team monitors high-risk cases.
Recording the crime and next steps
The police report was drawn up at the Women’s Defense Police Station, with an investigation opened to determine additional details. Experts analyze fingerprints on the weapon and messages on the seized devices.
Witnesses in the neighborhood gave reports of abnormal noises in the residence hours before the bodies were discovered. The police request additional information via hotline to speed up the investigative process.
Denise’s family organizes the burial for the next few days, with support from local entities. Authorities reinforce the importance of early reporting in situations of domestic violence to prevent escalations.
