STJ Minister Marco Buzzi Accused of Sexual Harassment in Teen’s Detailed Deposition

Overview

• In a statement to São Paulo Civil Police, the 18-year-old alleged Buzzi pulled her in the sea, pressed his genitals against her and groped her on Jan. 9 in Balneário Camboriú, and she is receiving psychological and psychiatric care.
• The Superior Tribunal de Justiça opened an internal sindicância into the conduct of the minister, who is currently on medical leave.
• The National Council of Justice initiated a confidential procedure, with its Corregedoria taking testimony to protect the victim’s privacy.
• According to the family, the young woman’s parents informed Buzzi’s wife within hours of the episode and recorded the account in messages to friends.
• Buzzi and his legal team deny the accusation, condemn leaks of confidential information and insist on due process while preparing to present their evidence.