Case 132
Rui Pedro Teixeira Mendonça
Case 132
Rui Pedro Teixeira Mendonça
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On Wednesday, March 4 1998, shortly after 2:00 pm, 11-year-old Rui Pedro asked his mother Filomena if he could spend the rest of the afternoon taking a car ride with his friend, Afonso Dias. Filomena refused. Rui Pedro was unhappy about his mother’s decision but ultimately accepted it.
Filomena reminded him that he had a tutoring lesson at 5:00 pm and suggested he play in the vacant field behind her office in the meantime. The large space was framed by dry grass, trees, and shrubs, and contained a circular dirt track occasionally used for horse racing. Although the field was surrounded by main roads, cars didn’t usually access the area, making it a popular place for children to play. Rui Pedro did as his mother told, waving goodbye as he happily pedaled off on his bike towards the field.
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CREDITS
NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
Researched, written, and edited by Milly Raso, Erin Munro, and Elsha McGill
Creative director: Milly Raso
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
RESOURCES
TIMELINE:
The main moments of the case Rui Pedro
VIDEO:
Video message for Rui Pedro on the 16th anniversary of his disappearance
ARCHIVED WEBSITES:
ARTICLES:
‘Hello? I have in front of me your grandson Rui Pedro, eating an ice cream’ – Publico
Hell of paedo haven – Mirror
‘What about our missing children?’ – The Telegraph
Rui Pedro Case: He died without knowing his grandson – Cofina Media
Argument of the case Rui Pedro refutes accusation that alleges that suspect does not have alibi – Publico
“I swear by the health of my son that I did nothing” – Publico
Prostitute confirms meeting with Rui Pedro – TSF News
Prostitute says that defendant took Pedro the day of the disappearance – JN
Inspector believes that Rui Pedro is still alive – Expresso
Mother of Rui Pedro fed the serum – CM
“I too could have been missing” – JN
MP and Rui Pedro’s parents demand a repeat of the trial – Publico
Rui Pedro: Final allegations scheduled for January 26 – TSF News
Man sentenced to jail for kidnapping missing Rui Pedro – Portugal Resident
Mother of Rui Pedro: “I feel such a great revolt” – Flash!
Mother of Rui Pedro “revolted” with liberation of Afonso Dias – Flash!
Afonso Dias believes that Rui Pedro is alive – Diario de Noticias
Rui Pedro disappeared 20 years ago and only convicted of this case reaffirms innocence – Observador
Filomena Teixeira: “He [Afonso Dias] could put himself in my place, he also has a son…” – Caras
Rui Pedro’s mother makes new emotional appeal – Sapo
Rui Pedro’s family sends video to police due to similarities – Sabado
For Pedro, on his birthday – CM
Rui Pedro’s mother marks her son’s birthday with a touching message – Impala News
Guilty after six-year trial, Portugal’s high-society paedophile ring – Independent
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On Wednesday, March 4 1998, shortly after 2:00 pm, 11-year-old Rui Pedro asked his mother Filomena if he could spend the rest of the afternoon taking a car ride with his friend, Afonso Dias. Filomena refused. Rui Pedro was unhappy about his mother’s decision but ultimately accepted it.
Filomena reminded him that he had a tutoring lesson at 5:00 pm and suggested he play in the vacant field behind her office in the meantime. The large space was framed by dry grass, trees, and shrubs, and contained a circular dirt track occasionally used for horse racing. Although the field was surrounded by main roads, cars didn’t usually access the area, making it a popular place for children to play. Rui Pedro did as his mother told, waving goodbye as he happily pedaled off on his bike towards the field.
______
Our episodes deal with serious and often distressing incidents. If you feel at anytime you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions for confidential support for men, women and children:
AUSTRALIA:
Lifeline Crisis Support: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Depression and anxiety support: 1300 22 46 36
Rape & Domestic Violence Services: 1800 737 732
Men's Line: 1300 78 99 78
Headspace: Youth Mental Health Foundation: see headspace.org.au for your local centre
USA:
Distress & Lifeline: 1800 273 8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 799 7233
Victim Connect: support for victims of crime: 855 484 2846
UK:
Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
SANE: mental health support: 0300 304 7000
Samaritans support network: 116 123
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
CANADA:
For a list of Canadian crisis centres: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/call
NEW ZEALAND:
Lifeline: 0800 543354
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (Text 4202)
CREDITS
NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
Researched, written, and edited by Milly Raso, Erin Munro, and Elsha McGill
Creative director: Milly Raso
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
RESOURCES
TIMELINE:
The main moments of the case Rui Pedro
VIDEO:
Video message for Rui Pedro on the 16th anniversary of his disappearance
ARCHIVED WEBSITES:
ARTICLES:
‘Hello? I have in front of me your grandson Rui Pedro, eating an ice cream’ – Publico
Hell of paedo haven – Mirror
‘What about our missing children?’ – The Telegraph
Rui Pedro Case: He died without knowing his grandson – Cofina Media
Argument of the case Rui Pedro refutes accusation that alleges that suspect does not have alibi – Publico
“I swear by the health of my son that I did nothing” – Publico
Prostitute confirms meeting with Rui Pedro – TSF News
Prostitute says that defendant took Pedro the day of the disappearance – JN
Inspector believes that Rui Pedro is still alive – Expresso
Mother of Rui Pedro fed the serum – CM
“I too could have been missing” – JN
MP and Rui Pedro’s parents demand a repeat of the trial – Publico
Rui Pedro: Final allegations scheduled for January 26 – TSF News
Man sentenced to jail for kidnapping missing Rui Pedro – Portugal Resident
Mother of Rui Pedro: “I feel such a great revolt” – Flash!
Mother of Rui Pedro “revolted” with liberation of Afonso Dias – Flash!
Afonso Dias believes that Rui Pedro is alive – Diario de Noticias
Rui Pedro disappeared 20 years ago and only convicted of this case reaffirms innocence – Observador
Filomena Teixeira: “He [Afonso Dias] could put himself in my place, he also has a son…” – Caras
Rui Pedro’s mother makes new emotional appeal – Sapo
Rui Pedro’s family sends video to police due to similarities – Sabado
For Pedro, on his birthday – CM
Rui Pedro’s mother marks her son’s birthday with a touching message – Impala News
Guilty after six-year trial, Portugal’s high-society paedophile ring – Independent
THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORS
Calm – Get 25% off Calm Premium subscription
MVMT – Get 20% off your order with FREE shipping and FREE returns with promo code ‘HOLIDAY19’ ***Black Friday Deal***
Quip – Get your first refill pack FREE with a QUIP electric toothbrush
SimpliSafe – Get 25% off any new system + free HD security camera ***Cyber Monday Deal***
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