Museu do Crime

Hidden within São Paulo’s bustling cityscape, the Museu do Crime unveils a captivating, albeit chilling, narrative. The Museu do Crime isn’t your typical museum. It’s a journey into the annals of criminal history, a glimpse into the darker side of São Paulo’s past. This museum, housed within the Police Academy, holds a collection of around 3,000 items. It’s a stark reminder of the crimes that once shook this city. The Museu do Crime walks you through infamous crimes. One such crime is the “Crime da Mala,” the Suitcase Crime of 1928. The museum displays the actual suitcase used by Giusepe Pistone to dispose of his wife’s body. Pistone, an Italian immigrant, murdered his pregnant wife, Maria Féa, dismembered her body, and packed it into a trunk. He then shipped this gruesome package to France. The decaying body was discovered mid-voyage due to the smell. The museum also details other notorious crimes that gripped São Paulo. You can learn about Chico Picadinho, a man who committed two of the most barbaric crimes in Brazilian history. His acts of murder and dismemberment shocked the nation. The museum also recounts the horrific tale of the “Maníaco do Parque,” the Park Maniac, who lured women into the State Park under the guise of modeling opportunities. He then sexually assaulted and murdered them. The Museu do Crime also offers insights into the evolution of police techniques and tools. From vintage police cars to an assortment of weapons, you’ll see how law enforcement has changed over time. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of justice and security in our society.