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Inside Brazil's Notorious Prison: Tales of Crime & Influence
18 Nov
Summary
- Five infamous inmates' crimes, investigations, and dramatic prison lives revealed.
- Heiress Suzane von Richthofen orchestrated parents' murder for inheritance.
- Fertility doctor Roger Abdelmassih assaulted patients during treatments.

Prime Video's latest true-crime series offers an in-depth look at one of Brazil's most infamous high-security prisons, a place that has housed notorious criminals including footballer Robinho. The program uncovers the complex lives and shocking offenses of five inmates, detailing their journeys from celebrated figures to incarcerated individuals navigating a world of power, alliances, and rivalries within prison walls.
The series highlights compelling cases such as Suzane von Richthofen, an heiress who orchestrated the murder of her parents for financial gain and became known as a 'prison queen.' It also features Elize Matsunaga, who murdered her executive husband after discovering his infidelity, and the tragic case of five-year-old Isabella Nardoni, whose death led to the conviction of her father and stepmother.
Further stories include Roger Abdelmassih, a prominent fertility doctor convicted of assaulting patients, and Sandrão, who exerted significant influence within the prison system. These narratives illuminate the intersection of wealth, notoriety, and the struggle for power within the confines of a high-security facility, offering a gripping portrayal of Brazil's most sensational criminal cases.




