Caraguatatuba tops São Paulo state in violence against women; victims face systemic failures

A report by Agência Pública highlights Caraguatatuba, on São Paulo's northern coast, as the municipality with the highest rate of violence against women in the state. Two victims' accounts reveal systemic failures in the justice and support systems, underscoring a broader pattern of institutional inadequacy. The situation reflects a chronic issue rather than a sudden change, but the specific ranking and personal testimonies add granularity to the problem.

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