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Family Appeals for Justice in Moniz Case | Portugal News
The family of Odair Moniz, slain by police officer Bruno Pinto nearly two years ago, is mounting a fierce legal challenge to the suspended sentence and compensation awarded. They argue the court misread critical evidence, claiming Pinto acted with intent—not just in self-defense—and demand a full reassessment of the shooting’s circumstances, including the chase, first shot trajectory, and justification for the second. The family also contends the financial settlement fails to reflect the severity of the crime. Compounding the case, Portugal’s Public Prosecutor seeks a real prison term and…
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