Barra do Piraí — A scene of violence caught the attention of those passing by Praça Nilo Peçanha, in the center of Barra do Piraí, on the afternoon of this Friday (25). A heated argument between two women ended up evolving into physical aggression, resulting in injuries with a fork.

According to witnesses, it all started with a loud exchange of insults. Within minutes, the verbal disagreement turned into a physical fight. During the fight, one of the women, who was carrying a fork in her hands, used the object as an improvised weapon to attack her rival. The attack caused visible cuts, causing intense bleeding.

Locals who witnessed the scene reported moments of panic and tension. Many tried to intervene to break up the fight, while others immediately called the Military Police and the Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU).

The SAMU team arrived quickly at the scene and provided first aid to the victim while she was still in the square. She was stabilized and taken to a local hospital for specialized medical care. Her health status had not been released by the time this report was published.

The military police officers who responded to the incident cordoned off the area to carry out the usual procedures and gather information from witnesses. The woman accused of the assault was detained and taken to the police station, where she will give a statement. The case will be investigated to determine the circumstances that led to the episode of violence.

Praça Nilo Peçanha is one of the busiest spots in Barra do Piraí, especially in the late afternoon, when residents usually gather for leisure and outdoor activities. The incident has caused concern among locals, who are calling for increased security and regular patrols in the area.

So far, the identities of those involved have not been officially released. The police said that the investigation will continue to determine whether the act was premeditated or the result of a fit of rage in the heat of the argument.

The episode reinforces the warning about the increase in cases of urban violence and the need for effective solutions to prevent conflicts in public spaces.

New information about the victim's health condition and the progress of the investigation should be released in the next few hours.