Man is arrested suspected of stealing car in Piraí
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for allegedly stealing a car using fraud.
Barra do Piraí releases report after rains; There were records of landslides and property interdiction
Barra do Piraí faced heavy rains leading to flooding and landslides, with local authorities reporting a significant response to these incidents.
Piraí will receive an energy and data hub after federal auction
Piraí, Brazil, is set to receive a significant investment for a new energy and data hub following a federal auction that secured a thermoelectric plant.
Accident involving two trucks and a motorcycle leaves one dead and three injured on BR-393, in Barra do Piraí
One person has died and three others were injured in a traffic accident involving two trucks and a motorcycle on the BR-393 highway in Barra do Piraí, Brazil.
Truck overturns and causes disruptions on Via Dutra, in Piraí
A truck overturned on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil, causing road disruptions but resulting in no injuries.
Driver disobeys stop order and tries to run over police officer in Barra do Piraí
A driver attempted to evade a police stop order in Barra do Piraí by trying to run over an officer, leading to police firing at the vehicle's tires and eventually apprehending the suspect.
Senac RJ opens 160 vacancies for professional qualification courses in the region
Senac RJ is offering free professional qualification courses in Barra do Piraí, Barra Mansa, and Resende, targeting various fields including logistics and beauty.
Father arrested on suspicion of raping his own daughter in Piraí
A 49-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, suspected of raping his daughter when she was 16 years old.
Male escort, rape of a person with intellectual disability and ritual: Police detail case in RJ
The Civil Police in Brazil detailed a case involving the rape of a woman with intellectual disabilities by her nephew, who has a history of criminal behavior.
Duo arrested with anabolic steroids and prohibited drug on Via Dutra, in Piraí
Two men were arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for possession of anabolic steroids and a prohibited medication during a routine traffic stop.
Young man is arrested on suspicion of raping his own aunt in Piraí
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, on suspicion of raping his 46-year-old aunt, with evidence of sexual violence and the victim's mental disability being significant factors in the case.
Water supply may be interrupted this Friday in Barra do Piraí
Water supply in Barra do Piraí may be interrupted or reduced this Friday due to preventive maintenance by Cedae.
Operation arrests two drug trafficking suspects in Barra do Piraí
A police operation in Barra do Piraí resulted in the arrest of two individuals connected to drug trafficking from Rio's Rocinha community.
Man arrested on suspicion of raping the daughter of his mother’s caretaker in Piraí
A 53-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually assaulting the 21-year-old daughter of his mother's caretaker.
Truck falls into a gorge and leaves three people injured in Serra das Araras, Piraí
A truck fell into a gorge in Serra das Araras, Piraí, injuring three people.
Federal Highway Police seizes over 11 kg of cocaine base hidden in car's panel on Via Dutra, in Piraí
The Federal Highway Police seized over 11 kg of cocaine base hidden in the panel of a car on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil.
Operation closes 35 schools in Maré and arrests leader of drug trafficking in Barra do Piraí
A police operation in the Maré complex in Rio de Janeiro resulted in the closure of 35 schools due to safety concerns and the arrest of a prominent drug trafficker.
Accident between truck, trailer, and car leaves three people injured on Via Dutra, in Piraí
An accident involving a truck, trailer, and car left three individuals injured on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil.
Four young people arrested and teenager apprehended for drug trafficking in Barra do Piraí
Four young men were arrested and a teenager was apprehended in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, for drug trafficking activities.
Rural worker is arrested in Piraí after abusing daughter for weeks
A rural worker was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, after weeks of abusing his 17-year-old daughter following her refusal to do household tasks.
Jorge Vercillo, Tiee, and Barão Vermelho are attractions at ExpoRio Turismo Vale do Café in Barra do Piraí
ExpoRio Turismo Vale do Café is set to take place in Barra do Piraí, featuring performances by Jorge Vercillo, Tiee, and Barão Vermelho, aimed at promoting regional tourism.
PRF arrests two men with 40 bundles of base cocaine on Via Dutra, in Piraí
Two men were arrested on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil, after being found with 40 bundles of base cocaine.
Community dog is killed in Barra do Piraí
A community dog was found dead in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, marking the third instance of animal cruelty in the municipality within ten days.
Young man arrested for suspected stalking and psychological violence against ex-companion in Piraí
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for stalking and psychological violence against his 23-year-old ex-girlfriend.
Man is arrested on suspicion of assaulting ex-partner in Barra do Piraí
A 42-year-old man was arrested in Barra do Piraí for allegedly assaulting his ex-partner after not accepting the end of their relationship.
Drugs seized after suspect flees in Barra do Piraí
A significant quantity of drugs was seized in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, after a suspect fled from police during a routine patrol.
Truck crosses the road down the Serra das Araras and blocks stretch in Piraí
A truck accident caused a complete road blockage on the BR-116 in Piraí, Brazil, with no injuries reported.
Man arrested for suspected animal abuse and firearm possession in Piraí
A 69-year-old man was apprehended in Piraí, Brazil, on suspicion of animal abuse and possession of a firearm.
Bang in the sky frightens residents of Volta Redonda, Pinheiral, and Piraí
Residents of Volta Redonda, Pinheiral, and Piraí in Brazil reported a loud bang in the sky, creating fear among the community without any official explanation for the noise.
Man arrested on suspicion of assaulting partner in Barra do Piraí
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, for allegedly assaulting his partner, who reported ongoing physical, verbal, and psychological abuse.
Young man arrested after stealing a bicycle and asking for help at the police station in Piraí
A 25-year-old man was arrested after stealing a bicycle and subsequently seeking help at a police station in Piraí, Brazil.
Truck drivers injured after collision on Via Dutra in Piraí
Two truck drivers were injured in a collision on the Via Dutra highway in Piraí, Brazil, after one truck became immobilized due to a malfunction, causing a rear-end crash.
Action against drugs in Barra do Piraí results in two arrests and one teen apprehended
A drug operation in Barra do Piraí led to the arrest of two men and the apprehension of a teenager.
Man arrested after threatening ex-partner with death in Piraí
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for threatening his ex-partner via audio messages after violating protective measures.
Water supply will be interrupted in Barra do Piraí this Tuesday
The water supply service in Vargem Alegre, Barra do Piraí, will be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance work.
Man arrested with nearly 1.5 tons of marijuana in Serra das Araras, Piraí
A 38-year-old man was arrested while transporting approximately 1.5 tons of marijuana in a truck in Piraí, Brazil.
Truck driver arrested with 54 kg of base paste cocaine on Via Dutra in Piraí
A truck driver was arrested for transporting 54 kg of base paste cocaine on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil.
Driver loses control, truck makes an 'L' and blocks part of the road on the Via Dutra in Piraí
A truck overturned on the Via Dutra in Piraí, partially blocking the road and impacting traffic due to wet conditions after rainfall.
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.
Man convicted of sexual assault of a vulnerable person in Paraná is arrested in Piraí
A 28-year-old man, convicted of sexually assaulting a vulnerable individual in Paraná, Brazil, was arrested in Piraí while on a bus.
Truck collides with embankment on Via Dutra in Piraí
A truck collided with a support base on the Serra das Araras, causing significant traffic disruption but no reported victims.
More than 400 drug packages found hidden in water tank in Barra do Piraí
Over 400 drug packages were discovered hidden inside a water tank in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, following a police investigation into a tip-off about drug trade in the area.
Man arrested suspected of shooting neighbor's dog in Barra do Piraí
A 48-year-old man has been arrested in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, for allegedly shooting a neighbor's dog with a shotgun.
Report from a resident leads to the arrest of a drug trafficking suspect in Barra do Piraí
A resident's tip-off led to the arrest of a 23-year-old man for drug trafficking in Barra do Piraí, Brazil.
Man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking in Barra do Piraí
A 28-year-old man was arrested in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, on drug trafficking charges following an anonymous tip-off.
Piraí declares state of emergency after heavy rains and landslides
The municipality of Piraí, Brazil, has declared a state of emergency due to severe rains and resulting landslides, prompting technical studies for preventive measures.
Young man is arrested with drugs in his underwear in Piraí
A 23-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking after police found over 18 grams of cocaine hidden in his underwear in Piraí, Brazil.
Truck flips over and leaves one person severely injured on Via Dutra, in Piraí
A truck overturned on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil, injuring one individual severely as emergency services responded to the scene.
Heavy rain puts Barra do Piraí on alert
Heavy rain in Barra do Piraí, Brazil has led to a civil defense alert for flooding and landslides, impacting local water supply.
Landslides block the downhill lane of Serra das Araras, in Piraí
Landslides have blocked the downhill lane of Serra das Araras in Piraí, Brazil, resulting in temporary traffic disruptions but no injuries reported.