An old passport belonging to Eliza Silva Samudio has been discovered in an apartment in Portugal. This document was handed over to Brazilian authorities after being found by an individual named José. The discovery has been confirmed by the Brazilian Consulate in Portugal and Samudio’s mother, Sônia Moura.
Passport Details and Discovery in Portugal
José stumbled upon the passport while looking through books in a shared apartment. He noticed the document resting on a stack of books, recognizing its significance immediately. The passport shows an entry mark in Portugal dated 2007 but does not indicate any exit from the country.
- Passport Status: Expired and canceled.
- Find Date: Reported on a Friday in early 2025.
- Consulate Confirmation: Received the passport on the same day of discovery.
Official Responses
The Brazilian Consulate has stated that they will await further instructions regarding the passport from the Itamaraty in Brasília. According to the Consulate, there has been no second copy of the passport issued. Sônia Moura is aware of the find but plans to wait for a detailed examination of the document before making any public statements.
The Context of Eliza Samudio’s Case
Eliza Samudio’s case has been a subject of intense public interest since her tragic death in Brazil. She was murdered in 2010, and her ex-partner, Bruno Fernandes, a former goalkeeper, was convicted to over 20 years in prison for his role in her death. Bruno was found guilty of homicide, concealment of a body, kidnapping, and keeping Eliza in captivity.
Following his conviction, Bruno transitioned to semi-open prison in 2018 and has been under conditional release since January 2023.
Ongoing Mystery of Samudio’s Return to Brazil
While the circumstances surrounding her return to Brazil remain unclear, one theory suggests she may have lost her passport and applied for a new one to return. The passport discovery adds another layer of complexity to an already convoluted case.
As Eliza Samudio’s story continues to unfold, the recent finding of her passport reignites public interest and concern regarding her unresolved fate.
