Man Released After Mistaking Baby for Reborn Doll, Assaulting Infant

Belo Horizonte, Brazil – In a case that has shocked the nation, a man who assaulted a baby after mistaking it for a reborn doll has been released from custody. Judge Maria Beatriz Fonseca da Costa Biasutti Silva of the Central de Audiência de Custódia made the decision on Saturday, citing insufficient legal grounds for preventative detention due to the crime's penalty being less than four years. Filipe Martins Cruz, the suspect, was released after paying bail of R$4,554 (three minimum wages) and agreeing to additional measures, including regular check-ins. "The decision was based on the legal framework," stated a spokesperson for the court. "The penalty for the crime does not justify preventative detention." The incident highlights the need for greater clarity around similar cases. The release, while legally sound, has sparked public outrage and debate about the justice system's response to such incidents. Mr. Cruz's compliance with the court's conditions will be closely monitored.