TJMG opens proceedings to investigate the case of a judge who published photos with a rifle on social media

Montage shows photos posted by judge Roberto Apolinário de Castro on his social networks holding a rifle and with the rifle on a table — Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

According to the TJMG, the case remains confidential, in accordance with regulations from the National Council of Justice (CNJ). However, the court reported that there was no decision to remove the magistrate and that he continues to work normally.

The request for an investigation was motivated by posts that Roberto Apolinário de Castro made on Instagram on October 27th. At the time, he published two photos with a Taurus .40 carbine — in one of them, he holds the weapon; in the other, the gun is on a table.

In a statement released to the press after the repercussion of the case, the judge claimed that the images were taken inside his residence, and not in his office or other court facilities. He also said that the equipment was photographed in a private context, and that the publication took place on a personal profile.

Castro also stated that he is a sports shooter, that the rifle shown in the photos is regulated and that he has authorization to carry a firearm.