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Crime & Justice

Driver arrested with ammunition hidden in the engine and under the car seat on BR-251; VIDEO

A 32-year-old driver was arrested for illegally carrying restricted-use ammunition hidden in his vehicle on BR-251 in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 21 β€’ 19:31 UTC
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National & Local

After the fire, the gym owner says the damage was at least R$ 500,000: 'It feels like being in a nightmare'

A gym in Montes Claros, Brazil, suffered damages of at least R$ 500,000 due to a fire, which the owner believes may have been set intentionally.

Mar 20 β€’ 21:56 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of causing damage of R$ 25 thousand to an event space is arrested for trafficking in Montes Claros

A man in Montes Claros was arrested for drug trafficking, in connection with a separate incident involving damage to an event space estimated at R$ 25,000.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:21 UTC
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National & Local

Police suspect arson at gym that caught fire in Montes Claros; ladder may have been used to access the property

Police are investigating a suspected case of arson at a gym in Montes Claros, Brazil, where a fire caused significant damage.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:14 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Passenger carrying drugs pretends to be asleep as police enter bus on BR-135

A 20-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking after he pretended to be asleep upon police inspection of a bus on BR-135, where a significant quantity of illegal substances was discovered in his belongings.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:40 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Two men steal belongings from truck driver killed in accident on BR-135; one of them was arrested

Two men were arrested for stealing the belongings of a truck driver who died in an accident on BR-135 in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 19 β€’ 12:41 UTC
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National & Local

Accident involving four vehicles leaves truck driver dead on BR-135, in Montes Claros

An accident on BR-135 in Montes Claros involving four vehicles resulted in the death of a truck driver and injuries to four others.

Mar 18 β€’ 21:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man is shot and dies after firing at police in Montes Claros, says Military Police

A 20-year-old man was shot and killed after allegedly firing at police officers during an operation in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:48 UTC
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National & Local

Drunk driver who hit and killed 2-year-old child is sentenced to over 15 years in prison in Montes Claros

A drunk driver has been sentenced to over 15 years in prison for hitting and killing a 2-year-old girl in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 18 β€’ 11:24 UTC
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National & Local

New Board of the ACI Takes Office in Montes Claros

The new board of the ACI in Montes Claros took office on a Monday, with Dennison Caldeira Rocha assuming the presidency until 2029.

Mar 17 β€’ 19:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspected drug trafficker escapes from the police after jumping a 4-meter embankment and falling into a stream in Montes Claros

A drug trafficking suspect evaded police capture by jumping into a stream after a brief pursuit in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:15 UTC
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National & Local

Motorcyclist dies after accident with car at intersection in Melo neighborhood, Montes Claros

A 37-year-old motorcyclist died following a collision with a car at an intersection in the Melo neighborhood of Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 17 β€’ 13:00 UTC
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National & Local

Sesc offers more than a thousand spots for free activities in Montes Claros; learn how to enroll

Sesc is providing over a thousand free spots for various activities in Montes Claros as part of the Sesc Movimenta event scheduled from March 26-28.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:34 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Doctor Charged with Homicide After Patient Death During Mini Lipo in Montes Claros

A doctor is facing homicide charges following the death of a patient during a mini liposuction procedure in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 16 β€’ 21:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Teenager Suspected of Trafficking Runs Home Upon Seeing Police, But Is Called Out and Presented to Team by Mother

A 13-year-old boy suspected of drug trafficking in Montes Claros was presented to the police by his mother after running away upon seeing them.

Mar 16 β€’ 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

Drugs sent from RJ to Montes Claros are seized and man ends up arrested

A 22-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking in Montes Claros after evidence linked him and his father to a stash of drugs allegedly belonging to a fugitive in Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 16 β€’ 18:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Fugitive convicted of over 23 years for rape is arrested on LMG-657, in Montes Claros

A fugitive convicted of over 23 years for the rape of a vulnerable person was arrested during a military police operation in Montes Claros.

Mar 16 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspects planning homicide are arrested with two grenades and a weapon in Montes Claros

In Montes Claros, Brazil, the military police arrested three men and seized two grenades and a firearm during operations in response to community tip-offs.

Mar 16 β€’ 11:03 UTC
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National & Local

Storm with strong winds knocks down trees and mobilizes firefighters in Montes Claros

A severe storm in Montes Claros, Brazil, caused significant damage as strong winds uprooted trees, prompting a swift response from the firefighters due to risks including electrocution and blocked roadways.

Mar 15 β€’ 17:25 UTC
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National & Local

More than 23 thousand families in Montes Claros are entitled to the new Copasa Social Tariff; see how to apply

Over 23,000 families in Montes Claros qualify for a new Copasa Social Tariff that provides a 65% discount on water and sewage bills for those in extreme poverty.

Mar 14 β€’ 21:57 UTC
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National & Local

Mother unblocks 7-day-old baby with firefighters' help via video call in Montes Claros

A mother successfully dislodged her 7-day-old daughter’s obstruction with instructions from firefighters through a video call in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 14 β€’ 16:39 UTC
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National & Local

Operation Parallel Market fulfills 27 warrants in cellars of Montes Claros and seizes weapons, vehicles, and more than R$ 25 thousand in cash

A police operation in Montes Claros, Brazil, led to the execution of 27 search and seizure warrants targeting illegal activities linked to drug trafficking in alcohol-selling establishments.

Mar 13 β€’ 14:56 UTC
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National & Local

Unimontes has opened registrations for 314 remaining vacancies

The University of Montes Claros (Unimontes) in Brazil is accepting applications for 314 remaining spots across various undergraduate courses for the 2026 academic year.

Mar 13 β€’ 13:05 UTC
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Crime & Justice

PM apprehends adolescents with 'superweed' and crack after drug trafficking report in Montes Claros

Three teenagers were apprehended in Montes Claros, Brazil, suspected of drug trafficking after police acted on a tip-off.

Mar 12 β€’ 16:05 UTC
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National & Local

Truck Loaded with Vegetable Oil Overturns and Closes Avenue in Montes Claros

A truck transporting vegetable oil overturned in Montes Claros, blocking a major avenue and causing a spillage of its cargo.

Mar 12 β€’ 13:32 UTC
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National & Local

Hip-hop Gerais Showcase opens registrations for training aimed at artists in Montes Claros; see how to participate

Registrations are open until March 20 for a cultural management and production immersion program aimed at hip-hop artists in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 12 β€’ 12:05 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man robs funeral home and is restrained by bystanders after employee runs after him and shouts for help

A 38-year-old man was apprehended by bystanders after robbing a funeral home in Montes Claros, Brazil, while pretending to be armed.

Mar 11 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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National & Local

Fire hits telephone wiring and closes traffic in Montes Claros

A fire caused by unidentified reasons affected telephone wiring in Montes Claros, Brazil, disrupting traffic as firefighters responded to control the blaze.

Mar 11 β€’ 12:27 UTC
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National & Local

Four people injured after car leaves the road and overturns on BR-365; VIDEO

Four individuals were injured in a car accident on BR-365 in Montes Claros, Brazil, after the driver lost control and the vehicle overturned.

Mar 11 β€’ 10:59 UTC
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National & Local

Montes Claros City Hall declares state of emergency due to rains

The City Hall of Montes Claros has declared a state of emergency due to significant rainfall, impacting homes and public infrastructure.

Mar 10 β€’ 17:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After meeting in a bar and drinking together, a woman chases and robs another with a machete in MG

A woman in Montes Claros, Brazil, was arrested for allegedly robbing another woman with a machete after they had met at a bar and consumed alcohol together.

Mar 10 β€’ 14:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Young man riding a bicycle is shot in the back after being surprised by shooters who emerged from an empty lot in Montes Claros

A 24-year-old man was shot in the back while riding his bicycle in Montes Claros, Brazil, by two assailants who emerged from a vacant lot.

Mar 10 β€’ 11:07 UTC
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National & Local

Man is beaten by bystanders after robbing a woman and pushing her to the ground in Montes Claros

A man was beaten by bystanders in Montes Claros, Brazil, after he assaulted a woman and pushed her to the ground while trying to steal her belongings.

Mar 9 β€’ 19:17 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After using cocaine and thinking he is being followed, a man carrying drugs in his car seeks the PM battalion

A man transported drugs in his car and surrendered to the police in Montes Claros after using cocaine and believing he was being followed.

Mar 9 β€’ 17:49 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police interrupt the dismantling of stolen truck in SP and arrest men in Montes Claros

A group was caught dismantling a stolen truck in SΓ£o Paulo to install its parts on another vehicle in Montes Claros, leading to two arrests.

Mar 9 β€’ 16:16 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Baby who died after being admitted to hospital was killed by electric shock, says Civil Police

An eight-month-old baby who arrived lifeless at a hospital in Montes Claros, Brazil, died due to electric shock, according to the Civil Police.

Mar 9 β€’ 13:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Eight-month-old baby shows signs of violence dies in Montes Claros

An eight-month-old baby died in Montes Claros, Brazil, after being brought to the hospital with signs of possible abuse.

Mar 8 β€’ 20:20 UTC
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National & Local

With 'giant intestine' and free health services, Oncological Turn is held in Montes Claros

Montes Claros is hosting the II Oncological Turn, providing free health services and promoting cancer prevention and early diagnosis.

Mar 6 β€’ 18:52 UTC
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National & Local

Juramento Dam Level Reaches Over 97% After Rainfall Exceeds 600 mm

The level of the Juramento Dam, a key water supply source for Montes Claros, has surpassed 97% following significant rainfall exceeding 600 millimeters.

Mar 6 β€’ 14:37 UTC
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National & Local

Registrations for the community preparatory course from UFMG focused on Enem in Montes Claros end this Friday

Registrations for a preparatory course for the Enem exam offered by UFMG in Montes Claros will close on Friday, with a total of 100 available spots.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:30 UTC
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National & Local

Homeless man steals cell phone after asking a guy for a lighter and biting his finger during the crime

A homeless man in Brazil stole a cellphone after asking for a lighter and biting the victim's thumb during the confrontation.

Mar 5 β€’ 17:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

PMs arrest suspect of illegal hunting after finding dog hair in a box attached to a motorcycle

Police in Brazil arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of illegal hunting after discovering dog hair in a motorcycle transport box during an operation.

Mar 4 β€’ 22:52 UTC
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National & Local

Truck loaded with textbooks overturns on the East Ring Road in Montes Claros

A truck transporting textbooks overturned on the LMG-653 highway in Montes Claros, Brazil, leaving its cargo scattered and the driver injured.

Mar 4 β€’ 15:33 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Caught on camera, man who robbed an imported perfume store is indicted in Montes Claros; VIDEO

A 37-year-old man has been indicted for robbing an imported perfume store in Montes Claros, Brazil, after being identified through security camera footage.

Mar 4 β€’ 13:09 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: School van driver caught with machete in busy avenue in Montes Claros

A school van driver in Montes Claros was caught on video brandishing a machete in a busy avenue, sparking an investigation into irregular transportation practices.

Mar 3 β€’ 20:22 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Young man with a pouch of drugs tries to pass as a resident of a neighborhood in Montes Claros to avoid arrest

A 21-year-old man attempted to evade arrest by pretending to be a resident of a neighborhood in Montes Claros while carrying drugs.

Mar 3 β€’ 17:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After robbery, man is arrested sleeping and wearing shorts he wore during the crime in Montes Claros

A robbery suspect was found asleep in the same shorts he wore during the crime in Montes Claros, Brazil, where police also seized marijuana during their investigation.

Mar 3 β€’ 16:20 UTC
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National & Local

Digital Area Blue: Deadline to convert physical tickets ends this Tuesday (3) in Montes Claros

The deadline for users in Montes Claros to convert their physical Area Blue parking tickets to digital credits ends on Tuesday (3).

Mar 3 β€’ 11:18 UTC
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National & Local

Notes on drug trafficking in cities of Northern MG seized along with drugs in Montes Claros

Police in Montes Claros, Brazil, seized drugs and notes related to trafficking during a raid, leading to the arrest of a suspect.

Mar 2 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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National & Local

Surprised by a 'head of water', elderly man is stranded in a container after rescuing wife and puppy pups in Montes Claros

An elderly man in Montes Claros, Brazil, became stranded on a container after rescuing his wife and two puppies from sudden flooding.

Feb 28 β€’ 19:10 UTC

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