Henry case trial suspended: Jairinho’s defense withdraws and Monique Medeiros is released

The trial for the death of boy Henry Borel, just 4 years old, was suddenly postponed last Monday, March 23, 2026, at Rio of Janeiro. The interruption occurred right at the beginning of the session, after the defendant’s lawyers, former councilor Dr. Jairinho, leave the plenary session of Tribunal of Justiça. The decision of judge Elizabeth Louro, who rejected the requests for suspension presented by the defense, led to the relaxation of the arrest of

Conversely, Dr. Jairinho, accused of qualified homicide, torture and coercion, had his arrest maintained. The judge determined that the new date for the resumption of the jury will be defined in due course, establishing a period of up to three months for its rescheduling. The judge emphasized that the lawyers’ abandonment was an act that “does not find any legal support” and represented an “undue interruption of the procedural course”.

Henry Borel passed away in March 2021, in circumstances that shocked the country. The charges against Jairinho and The jury’s decision is awaited with great expectation by society and the victim’s family.

Trial of case Henry is suspended after turmoil in plenary

Judge Elizabeth Louro issued a clear warning that in the event of a new “illegitimate abandonment” by Dr’s defense. Jairinho, the trial will continue. In this situation, the defendant will be represented by a public defender present, ensuring the continuity of the process and avoiding further strategic interruptions. Tal measure aims to prevent procedural maneuvers that delay the conclusion of the case.

The judge noted that the lawyers’ stance suggested a “premeditated strategy”, observing the defense’s behavior in a preliminary meeting the previous Thursday. The attitude was categorized as an undue interruption, demonstrating the judiciary’s firmness in ensuring the progress of justice, even in the face of obstacles.

Defense action and ethical investigation by OAB

Given the abandonment of the plenary session, judge Elizabeth Louro determined that Ordem of Advogados of The measure reinforces the need for professional and ethical conduct on the part of legal representatives, ensuring the integrity of the judicial system.

Additionally, the presidency of Tribunal of Justiça of The intention is for Jairinho’s lawyers to bear the costs involved in mobilizing resources such as electricity, police presence, cleaning, subcontractors and food for employees, who were released to carry out the trial.

Suspension and nullity requests are denied by the courts

At the beginning of the session, Jairinho’s defense, through lawyer Fabiano Lopes, requested the suspension of the trial, citing the need for full access to the evidence. Lawyer Zanone Júnior, in turn, pointed out what he called “30 nullities” in the process, seeking to invalidate crucial parts of the accusation.

One of the defense’s central arguments was based on the analysis of an expert consulted by Jairinho, who indicated a “previous selection of markers” in the contents of the notebook of engineer Leniel Borel, father of Henry. Além In addition, it was argued that the defense did not have “timely conditions to carry out the analysis” of the content of a cell phone branded Xiaomi, compromising the preparation capacity.

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In case of non-suspension, Zanone suggested the dismemberment of the process, proposing separate trials for Monique and Jairinho. Monique Medeiros’s defense, however, expressed its opposition to the postponement of the jury, seeking a resolution to the case.

Judge Elizabeth Louro categorically rejected all requests from Jairinho’s defense. Sobre the proposal to split the trial, the judge was emphatic in pointing out that the “split would be impossible”, since the accusations against the two defendants are “intrinsically linked”, making the separation of the processes unfeasible.

Social repercussion and popular demonstrations

In front of Tribunal of Justiça, a group of approximately 15 people gathered to protest and call for justice. The protesters, who carried banners and photos, also joined in prayer, showing solidarity with Henry’s family and demanding a quick response from the judicial system. The boy’s father, Leniel Borel, was greeted and supported upon arriving at court, highlighting the emotional impact the case continues to have.

Among those present, Hilário and Elaine Teixeira Barreto, parents of Marcelo Estrela, victim of a crime in 2016, brought banners with the faces of both boys. The couple’s presence highlighted the shared pain of losing a child to violence and the relentless search for justice. Hilário reiterated hope in Justiça, highlighting that society cannot lose faith in resolving such serious cases.

Analysis of reports and evidence in process Henry Borel

Jairinho and Monique Medeiros face serious charges in connection with the death of Henry. The allegations include qualified homicide, torture and coercion, with the aggravating factor that the attacks occurred in a family environment and the victim was under 14 years old. The initial autopsy report was fundamental, indicating that the child suffered internal bleeding and liver laceration, in addition to showing bruises, bruises, edema and contusions. Peritos concluded that such injuries were incompatible with a domestic accident or a simple fall. Jairinho’s defense tried to prevent the presentation of this report, claiming that the official expert had modified it after discussing the case with another anonymous expert who was helping the boy’s father. Contudo, Leniel, Ministério Público and Polícia Civil vehemently deny any manipulation of the reports. In January 2026, the prosecution presented a new report, which used 3D technology to reconstruct the events, reaffirming that the death of Henry was caused by physical aggression and ruling out any hypothesis of an accidental fall, corroborating the thesis of intentional crime based on a pattern of internal and external injuries.

Future developments and the legal scenario

Judge Elizabeth Louro also ordered that the office of minister Gilmar Mendes, at Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), be informed about what happened. The minister had recommended speed in the trial of the Henry Borel case, reinforcing the importance of a quick and effective resolution for a process of such national repercussion.

Monique Medeiros, although released after the postponement, and Dr. Jairinho, who remains in pre-trial detention at Complexo Penitenciário of Gericinó, at Bangu, at Zona Oeste of Rio, will continue to face the charges. The complexity of the case and the media attention indicate that the next steps in the process will be closely monitored, seeking clarity and justice for the death of Henry.