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A shocking video captured ex-3×3 basketball player Igor Eduardo Pereira Cabral delivering over 60 punches to his girlfriend Juliana Garcia dos Santos Soares inside an elevator in Natal, Brazil triggering widespread outrage and drawing attention to the grim reality of gender-based violence.
Background: Who Is Involved?
- Igor Eduardo Pereira Cabral, 29, is a former Brazilian 3×3 basketball player arrested on July 26, 2025, in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. The assault took place inside an elevator of a residential condominium. (X (formerly Twitter))
- Juliana Garcia dos Santos Soares, 35, was on the receiving end of the attack and sustained severe physical injuries and psychological trauma. (Welcome – My Foreign Half)
The Assault: What Happened?
Security footage shows Cabral unleashing a ferocious barrage over 60 punches in a confined elevator over roughly 35 seconds. The brutal nature of the attack and the victim’s vulnerability sparked national outrage. (Socially Keeda)
The confrontation reportedly stemmed from Cabral’s jealousy over innocuous messages on Juliana’s phone. (Socially Keeda)
Legal Consequences & Investigation
- Cabral was detained immediately after the incident and placed into preventive detention, meaning he remains in custody while the investigation unfolds. (Socially Keeda)
- He faces serious charges including attempted femicide, reflecting the severity and intentionality of the act. (Welcome – My Foreign Half)
Social Response & Broader Impact
- The brutality of the assault has sparked widespread condemnation and reignited discussions on gender-based violence in Brazil a pervasive issue under the Maria da Penha Law. Juliana’s case reinforces the urgency of systemic protections. (Welcome – My Foreign Half)
- The video’s circulation drew public fury and prompted calls for stricter intervention and awareness campaigns to prevent similar incidents. (Socially Keeda)

Final Thoughts
This harrowing case exposes the depths of domestic violence and the urgency for reform. Juliana’s courage in the wake of such brutality underscores the strength needed to confront such trauma. While justice moves through the courts, our collective advocacy and awareness can drive meaningful change.
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