Cotia, in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil, witnessed a tense incident when robbers attempted to kidnap the daughter and newborn child of Brazilian international star Neymar and his partner, Bruna Biancardi. The event, reported by local media, occurred in the early hours of the morning, with at least three intruders breaking into the residence and confronting the household with threats and firearms.
According to the account, around three in the morning on a midweek date in November, three men forced their way into the home of Biancardi’s mother, restrained her with a gag, and pointed firearms at her and her husband. The plan, it seems, extended to targeting the couple’s infant and Bruna Biancardi, who is Neymar’s partner.
One of the assailants was identified as a 19-year-old local resident who facilitated access to the apartment complex for the other two suspects. He was subsequently detained by authorities. The group looted jewelry, designer bags, and watches with a total estimated value of about $120,000, and they inquired about the whereabouts of Bruna Biancardi and their newborn daughter.
In the aftermath, Neymar and Biancardi turned to social media to reassure fans that they and their baby were safe. They posted messages indicating that all was well with their family, sharing their relief with their followers.
Context for the footballer’s career highlights that he joined Al-Hilal in 2023 after a high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee reported around 90 million euros. Prior to his time in Saudi Arabia, Neymar had been a standout player with Barcelona in Spain.
A separate note from a former Liverpool player who addressed the incident expressed concern for the family and urged those responsible to back off, underscoring the seriousness of the situation and the impact on loved ones.