Truck gets stuck after wooden bridge partially collapses in northern PI; section closed
A truck became trapped on a wooden bridge in Piripiri, northern Piauí, after the structure partially collapsed, leading to the closure of the section by the Federal Highway Police (PRF).
PRF action rescues 132 wild birds on BR 407 in Petrolina
The Federal Highway Police (PRF) rescued 132 wild birds being sold illegally on the margins of BR 407 in Petrolina, Pernambuco.
After escape, suspect of being part of cargo theft gang is arrested on Régis Bittencourt, SP
A suspect involved in a cargo theft gang was arrested in Cajati, São Paulo after a failed attempt to evade Federal Highway Police surveillance.
PRF recovers stolen excavator in Mato Grosso during operation on BR-163 in Santarém
A stolen excavator was recovered by the Federal Highway Police in Santarém, Brazil, during an operation based on information from local police regarding its transport.
VIDEO: PRF seizes more than 100 kg of marijuana in the trunk of a vehicle on BR-010, in Imperatriz
Over 100 kilograms of marijuana were seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil after two drivers failed to stop for a police check.
PRF finds R$ 2 million in cash hidden in a car in SC
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil discovered R$ 2 million in cash concealed in a vehicle during a routine check in Santa Catarina.
PRF seizes over 700 kg of drugs transported in truck cabin on BR-153 in Tocantins
A driver was arrested for drug trafficking on BR-153 in Araguaína, Tocantins, with over 700 kg of narcotics discovered in his truck cabin by the Federal Highway Police (PRF).
Expired licensing, lack of a seat, and spare tire: see car infractions that passed by PRF station with loud music and open door
A Brazilian influencer was fined for numerous vehicle infractions after being spotted by the Federal Highway Police with loud music and an open door.
PRF rescues homeless man in a risky situation on BR-104 after trip from Rio de Janeiro to Caruaru
A 36-year-old man was rescued by the Federal Highway Police in Caruaru, Brazil, after traveling from Rio de Janeiro in search of relatives, facing vulnerabilities along the way.
Car that went viral for passing a PRF post with loud music and open door is seized in Anápolis
A vehicle that became famous for passing a Federal Highway Police (PRF) post with loud music and an open door was seized in Anápolis, Brazil, due to multiple irregularities.
Stolen car in Açailândia recovered by PRF on highway in Maranhão
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil recovered a stolen vehicle during a routine inspection on BR-010 in Maranhão.
PRF seizes 50,000 packs of Paraguayan cigarettes valued at R$ 250,000 on BR-232
The Brazilian Federal Highway Police seized a large shipment of 50,000 packs of illegal Paraguayan cigarettes during a routine inspection on BR-232.
Influencer Richard Rasmussen has UTV vehicle seized in AM during expedition on Transamazon; VIDEO
Biologist and digital influencer Richard Rasmussen had his UTV seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil during a live broadcast while waiting for a ferry on the BR-319 highway.
PRF seizes two submachine guns and a revolver inside a bus on BR-116 in Manhuaçu
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized two submachine guns and a revolver from a bus traveling on BR-116 in Manhuaçu, leading to the arrest of a 61-year-old man for illegal possession of firearms.
PRF seizes R$ 350,000 in cash from bus passenger on Via Dutra
The Federal Highway Police seized approximately R$ 350,000 in cash from a bus passenger on Via Dutra after a report of a missing backpack.
Man is arrested and stolen car is recovered by the Federal Highway Police in Serra das Araras, in Piraí
A 42-year-old man was arrested, and a vehicle previously reported stolen was recovered by the Federal Highway Police in Piraí, Brazil.
Elderly man dies after motorcycle collision with car in the Agreste region of Paraíba
A 69-year-old man died following a motorcycle collision with a car on BR-104 in Alcantil, Paraíba, confirmed by the Federal Highway Police.
More than 2,000 people were monitored by the PRF on highways in Acre during the Carnival Operation
Over 2,000 individuals were monitored by the Federal Highway Police (PRF-AC) during the 2026 Carnival Operation in Acre.
Those who used the Federal Highway Police to prevent Lula's voters cannot speak of abuse during Carnival, says Boulos
Guilherme Boulos, the Chief Minister of the Office of the Presidency, criticizes Bolsonaro supporters for accusing the Lula government of power abuse amid a samba parade honoring Lula.
Driver flees at high speed from the Federal Highway Police and causes a chase in São João da Barra
A driver in São João da Barra, Brazil, evaded the Federal Highway Police, prompting a high-speed chase through the city.
Cargo with weight-loss pens, cell phones, and appliances seized by the PRF in Southern Piauí
The Federal Highway Police (PRF) intercepted a truck carrying weight-loss pens, cell phones, appliances, and a video game in Piauí, revealing issues with legal compliance regarding purchases made in Paraguay.
Foreign brand cargo without invoice seized on BR-381
The Federal Highway Police seized 10 boxes of foreign brand shirts without an invoice on BR-381 in Brazil.
Man is arrested with cloned motorcycle in Resende
A 39-year-old man was arrested in Resende, Brazil, for possessing a cloned motorcycle after being stopped by the Federal Highway Police due to apparent alterations on the vehicle.
Speeding fines double during Carnival on federal highways in Maranhão
The Federal Highway Police in Maranhão reported a significant increase in speeding fines during this year's Carnival compared to the previous year, with incidents of speeding almost doubling.
Federal highways in MG register 22 deaths during Carnival, says PRF
The Brazilian Federal Highway Police reported 22 fatalities and 164 injuries during the Carnival 2026 operations on federal highways in Minas Gerais.
Operation 2 Wheels addresses more than 300 vehicles in São João da Barra
The Federal Highway Police conducted an operation addressing over 300 vehicles in São João da Barra during Carnival 2026.
PRF reports increase in accidents and deaths on the roads during Carnival
The Federal Highway Police (PRF) in Brazil reported a significant rise in accidents and fatalities during the Carnival period compared to the previous year.
Carnival 2026: eight deaths recorded on federal highways in Bahia, doubling compared to last year, says PRF
The Brazilian Federal Highway Police (PRF) reported eight fatalities on federal highways in Bahia during the Carnival 2026 operations, marking a significant increase compared to last year.
Man arrested with nearly 12 kg of 'super marijuana' inside bus on highway in Pará
A man was arrested in Pará, Brazil, with nearly 12 kg of a potent cannabis strain known as 'super marijuana' during a Federal Highway Police inspection.
Drug dealer uses smoke to try to evade police during pursuit in Paraná; VIDEO
A drug dealer attempted to evade the Federal Highway Police in Paraná by using a smoke-emitting device during a chase, ultimately leading to the discovery of over 500 kilograms of marijuana in his abandoned vehicle.
PRF seizes anabolic steroids, weight loss medications, and iPhones hidden in car in Ceará
Federal Highway Police (PRF) in Brazil seized a load of anabolic steroids, weight loss drugs, and illegal electronics from a car in Ceará, with three men arrested during the operation.
PRF vehicle overturns during pursuit of stolen car in Altamira, Pará
A Federal Highway Police car overturned during a chase of a stolen vehicle in Altamira, Brazil, but the officers escaped unharmed.
Police intercept truck with drugs in Itatiaia
The Civil Police intercepted a truck carrying drugs in Itatiaia, Brazil, on Monday morning, with support from the Federal Highway Police.
PRF seizes 'super marijuana' suitcase inside bus on BR-070 in MT
The Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized approximately 16.4 kilograms of drugs hidden in a suitcase inside a bus during an inspection on BR-070 in Poconé, Brazil.
Bus with workers from MA that overturned on BR-153 was not allowed to make interstate trip, says PRF
A bus carrying rural workers from Maranhão that overturned in São Paulo was operating without the necessary authorization for interstate travel, according to the Federal Highway Police.
Cars drive against traffic to escape robberies in RJ; Video
In response to a robbery attempt in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro, vehicles were seen driving against traffic to flee the scene, prompting the Federal Highway Police to enhance security in the area.
PRF captures illegal lobster cargo during closed season and arrests driver in RN
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized an illegal lobster shipment during a closure period, arresting the driver transporting it.
Federal Highway Police seizes smuggled medications on Via Dutra, in Itatiaia
The Federal Highway Police seized smuggled foreign medications in Itatiaia, Brazil, during a routine patrol operation.
Drivers caught speeding nearly 150 km/h on Goiás highway; video
Drivers were caught traveling at nearly 150 km/h on BR-060 in Goiás during the first day of Operation Carnival 2026, according to the Federal Highway Police.
PRF studies the construction of a new post on BR-040, in Serra de Petrópolis
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil is considering building a new operational unit on BR-040 to enhance road safety and policing in the region.
PRF seizes 213 kg of skunk inside a refrigerated truck on BR-135, in Peritoró
The Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized 213 kg of skunk from a refrigerated truck during a patrol on the BR-135 highway in Peritoró, Maranhão.
Drunk motorcyclist is arrested during carnival operation on Via Dutra, in Barra Mansa
A 47-year-old motorcyclist was arrested for driving under the influence on the Via Dutra highway during a federal police operation for Carnival.
Without headlights and plates and with bald tires, truck seized on road in RN
A truck without plates, headlights, and with bald tires was seized by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil.
Man sentenced to more than 17 years in prison for the sexual abuse of a vulnerable person is arrested on BR-101 in São Cristóvão
A man with a sentence of over 17 years for sexual abuse was apprehended on BR-101 in São Cristóvão by the Federal Highway Police in Sergipe.
Motorcyclist arrested after fleeing from PRF and hitting a woman in Feira de Santana
An 18-year-old motorcyclist was arrested after fleeing from the Federal Highway Police and running over a 54-year-old woman in Feira de Santana, Brazil.
PRF fulfills two arrest warrants during approaches on BRs 010 and 222, in the interior of Maranhão
Federal Highway Police in Maranhão executed two arrest warrants during routine inspections along BR-010 and BR-222.
Gang suspected of committing series of thefts in Bahia cities dismantled by the PRF in Feira de Santana
A gang involved in a series ofqualified thefts in Bahia was dismantled by the Federal Highway Police, recovering stolen electronics and cash.
PRF seizes 15 kg of cocaine shaped like plates on BR-316, in Pará
Federal Highway Police seized 15.4 kg of cocaine shaped like plates in Pará, Brazil.
Federal Highway Cinema Truck arrives in São Luís with free traffic education program
The Federal Highway Police's traveling cinema truck is in São Luís to provide free traffic education from February 13 to 17.
PRF reveals security scheme for the roads of Alagoas during Carnival 2026; check it out here
The Federal Highway Police (PRF) is implementing a security scheme for the 2026 Carnival in Alagoas, focusing on monitoring road safety and preventing alcohol-related accidents.