Overview
- Police secured a 30‑day temporary detention as part of an ongoing criminal investigation, executed search-and-seizure orders, and sent seized phones and computers for forensic review under judicial confidentiality.
- The inquiry began with a complaint from a 17-year-old athlete in São Paulo and now involves at least three alleged victims, with one reportedly 12 at the time of the events.
- A 13‑minute audio, widely shared and attributed to Galvão, features a voice apologizing and discussing compensation for the family, though authorities have not authenticated the recording.
- The Amazonas Civil Police suspended Galvão from his duties and opened an internal administrative case as the criminal investigation proceeds.
- The IBJJF and its Brazil arm CBJJ said they permanently banned Galvão from their events, while prominent son and athlete Mica Galvão called for a serious investigation and justice.