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Police Arrest Eight for Brutal Capybara Beating in Rio

3/24/2026

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The Rio de Janeiro police arrested eight people, including two minors, for beating a capybara on March 21 in Ilha do Governador.
Police Commissioner Felipe Santoro condemned the incident after security cameras captured the attack.
The injured 65 kg male capybara was taken to Wildlife Care Center, where veterinarian Jeferson Pires reported severe head trauma.
The capybara has become a symbol of wildlife protection amid rising concerns over animal cruelty.

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The Rio de Janeiro police arrested eight people, including two minors, for beating a capybara on March 21 in Ilha do Governador.
Police Commissioner Felipe Santoro condemned the incident after security cameras captured the attack.
The injured 65 kg male capybara was taken to Wildlife Care Center, where veterinarian Jeferson Pires reported severe head trauma.
The capybara has become a symbol of wildlife protection amid rising concerns over animal cruelty.