A video showing a man assaulting a woman before bystanders intervened is circulating on social media. The incident has been mischaracterized by those sharing the video, claiming it involves a romantic relationship and associated it with the “love jihad” conspiracy theory.
The incident, which was purportedly a recent occurrence in India, has been identified by fact-checkers as actually taking place on October 9, 2021, in Santa Helena de Goias, Brazil. In the video, the man, reported to be the woman’s ex-boyfriend, assaulted her shortly after they had ended their relationship following eight months of alleged abuse.
Upon arrival, authorities found that the woman initially defended her ex, stating it was a personal matter and suggesting the attackers be reprimanded instead. Detective Thiago Latorre, who investigated the case, mentioned that the woman only noticed her ex-boyfriend when he approached her at the bar.
The misrepresentation of this incident raises concerns about the spread of incorrect narratives and how social media can amplify misunderstandings.
- Why it matters: Misinformation can escalate social tensions and lead to stigmatization, affecting public perception and community relations.
- It highlights the need for fact-checking and responsible sharing of information on social media platforms.
- The latest: Recent investigations reaffirm that the viral video is from Brazil, disproving the claims of it being a current incident in India.
Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/fact-check/story/fact-check-old-clip-from-brazil-viral-with-dramatic-love-jihad-story-2803464-2025-10-15
Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/fact-check/story/fact-check-old-clip-from-brazil-viral-with-dramatic-love-jihad-story-2803464-2025-10-15