Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby

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Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.

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  • Reported by CBS News and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:57:48 UTC.

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  7. Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby

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