A security camera captured the shocking moment of femicide as a military officer, identified as Thiago César de Lima, brutally assaulted and shot his wife, Erika Satelis, three times during a heated argument in the midst of traffic in Brazil.

Thiago, a 36-year-old member of the Military Police in the city, carried out the chilling act during his day off. The argument escalated rapidly, and the man, losing his temper, delivered five closed-fist blows to the face of 33-year-old Erika.

The assault did not end there, as the military officer was armed. After beating his wife, he shot her once, struck her again, and ruthlessly fired two more shots, totaling three bullet wounds. Despite the woman's attempts to stay on her feet, she ultimately succumbed to the injuries, losing her life.

Local authorities reported that Thiago was apprehended by his fellow Military Police officers, the same institution where he served. Following his arrest, he was taken to Romao Gomes prison.

After the attack, the man took his wife to a nearby hospital in a belated attempt to provide medical attention, but unfortunately, she no longer showed vital signs.

In a subsequent confession, the assailant admitted to the crime and acknowledged beating and shooting his wife three times, claiming that she tried to grab the weapon after the argument, thus justifying his violent reaction.