Trial Begins for Man Accused of Killing Actor Rafael Miguel and His Parents

The trial of Paulo Cupertino Matias, accused of murdering former child actor Rafael Miguel and his parents, began on Thursday, May 29th, 2025, in São Paulo, Brazil. Matias, appearing without his prison uniform as requested, entered a plea of not guilty, stating, "I did not commit the crime." A key piece of evidence is expected to come from the eyewitness testimony of Rafael Miguel's girlfriend, who witnessed the event. The reporter stated, "The main eyewitness is the victim's girlfriend, who saw the father take the lives of her boyfriend and his parents." The trial is expected to continue for several days, and is being closely followed by the Brazilian public. The case highlights the ongoing struggle against violence in Brazil and the hope for justice for the victims and their families.