An audio recording lasting more than 13 minutes revealed confessions from a Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor and attempts to offer financial incentives to avoid reporting a crime against a teenager. Melqui Galvão remains in the custody of Polícia Civil of Jundiaí, in São Paulo, following an arrest warrant issued on April 23 by Vara Especializada in Crimes against Crianças and Adolescentes. The material was handed over to the authorities by the student’s father, who received the audio message from the accused himself.
The audio documents admissions of inappropriate conduct, including unauthorized physical contact with the minor, as well as promises of business and material benefits intended to withdraw the complaint. The case generated commotion in the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community and triggered an investigation into possible criminal practices in a training environment.
Reconhecimento of responsibility in the recorded message
In the recording, a voice identified as Galvão begins acknowledging responsibility for the actions taken. Ele declares that he had a bad night’s sleep and states that no justification can redeem his behavior. The instructor mentions his leadership position and advanced age as factors that heightened his obligation to behave appropriately with students.
Durante message, Galvão specifies several episodes. Admite touched the student briefly, describing the contact as quick and believing her to be asleep for approximately three seconds. Nega offered medication to help them fall asleep, stating that they both consumed melatonin. Limita his alleged actions of kissing on the cheek and hugging, denying attempts at contact on the mouth or of a sexual nature.
The instructor tries to partially shift the blame onto the teenager, arguing that she treated him differently than other students. Rapidamente, however, rectifies this statement and assumes full professional and personal responsibility for the situation.
Propostas economic and tentative agreement structure
Most of the recording records economic proposals presented to the minor’s father. Galvão mentions having an investor in Estados Unidos willing to create a partnership in academia in Orlando, Flórida. Ele suggests that the family participate as partners in this venture, describing the arrangement as capable of completely transforming their financial lives.
Além’s Business Promise Trainer offers coverage of travel expenses and other material benefits. Essas offers come as he emphasizes the negative impact a report would have on his reputation and the jiu-jitsu brand associated with his name. Alerta for consequences of incarceration, stating that any arrest would harm opportunities for multiple people connected to his company. Essa combination of positive incentives and warnings of harm characterizes a classic attempt at obstruction of justice.
Procedimentos legal and ongoing investigation
The arrest warrant was issued by the judicial authority of São Paulo based on three infractions. The accusations are based on Lei nº 8,069/90 — the Estatuto of Criança and Adolescente — and Lei nº 13,441/2017. The document, issued under the authority of Conselho Nacional of Justiça, authorized police force if necessary for compulsory conduct to the magistrate.
Polícia Civil of Jundiaí actively leads the investigation, keeping Galvão in local custody. Análise documentary carried out through the legal database Jusbrasil.com.br confirmed the existence of the warrant in the São Paulo judicial system. Até At the time of publication of this report, no official statement from Galvão or his legal representatives had been publicly released.
Divulgação of material and reporting channels
The specialized website xfight.tv was the first to release excerpts from the recording, publishing an excerpt of approximately 30 seconds taken from the complete material. The platform described the content as containing apologies, promises of behavioral change and references to “extremely sensitive situations”. Essa disclosure expanded visibility of the case beyond the immediate circle of authorities.
Public Apelos circulates on social media urging potential victims or witnesses to contact the competent authorities. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu community remains mobilized around the case:
- Denúncias can be made to Polícia Civil from Jundiaí
- Informações are also supported by Vara Especializada in Crimes against Crianças and Adolescentes
- Conselho Nacional of Justiça receives additional reports on investigations of this nature
- Child protection Organizações offers confidential reporting channels
- Academias from jiu-jitsu collaborates in identifying potential other victims
Repercussões in the martial arts community
The arrest of a well-known figure in Brazilian martial sports raises questions about safety in training environments. Academias and jiu-jitsu federations face pressure to review minor protection protocols and implement stricter supervision during classes. Pais of students seek to understand what reporting mechanisms exist and how to activate them effectively.
Investigações parallels will possibly examine practices in other units or academies linked to Galvão. The case documentation — particularly the 13-minute audio — serves as central evidence and will be technically analyzed to confirm authenticity and extract additional data relevant to the process. The case remains at an early stage, with the possibility of new accusations or developments as the formal investigation progresses.
