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.
Traffic in Barra do Piraí undergoes changes for Carnival
Barra do Piraí's city hall has announced traffic diversions to accommodate Carnival festivities, starting from February 9.
Teenager caught with over 3 kg of cocaine in Barra do Piraí
A 17-year-old girl was apprehended in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, with over 3 kg of cocaine and other drug-related materials during a police operation.
Tree falls and blocks the downhill lane of Serra das Araras, in Piraí
A tree fall in Piraí, Brazil, has completely blocked a lane on the Serra das Araras, causing a 15 km traffic jam without reported injuries.
Man arrested with false identity and for endangering a child on Via Dutra in Piraí
A man was arrested on Via Dutra in Piraí, Brazil, for using a false identity and for endangering a child found in the truck's cargo area.
Young man arrested on suspicion of assaulting pregnant partner in Piraí
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for allegedly assaulting his pregnant partner, leading to a medical emergency that revealed her pregnancy.
Woman admitted to hospital with exposed fracture and companion arrested for domestic violence in Barra do Piraí
A man was arrested for suspected domestic violence after a woman was admitted to a hospital with a severe exposed fracture in Barra do Piraí.
Accident involving six vehicles blocks Via Dutra in Piraí
An accident involving four cars and two trucks has blocked traffic on the Via Dutra towards São Paulo, causing a six-kilometer traffic jam in Piraí, RJ.
Cities in the region receive edition of the Itinerant Cabinet of the Agriculture Secretariat
The municipalities of Valença, Barra do Piraí, and Rio das Flores in Rio de Janeiro will host the second edition of the Itinerant Cabinet project aimed at improving access to agricultural policies for rural producers and local managers.
Man arrested for sexually harassing woman on bus in Barra do Piraí
A 49-year-old man was arrested for sexually harassing a 38-year-old woman on a bus in Barra do Piraí, Brazil.
Man arrested for domestic violence and threatening partner with death in Barra do Piraí
A man was arrested for domestic violence and threatening to kill his partner in Barra do Piraí, Rio de Janeiro.
Woman riding scooter dies after being hit by car on highway in Paraná
A 53-year-old woman died in a traffic accident on the PR-090 highway in Piraí do Sul, Paraná, when her scooter was struck by a car attempting to overtake.
'Fauna, Flora and Folly' brings great names to the carnival in Piraí; check out the schedule
The carnival event 'Fauna, Flora and Folly' in Piraí, RJ, will feature major Brazilian music acts from February 13 to 17, with free entry and activities for children.
Truck overturning leaves four people injured on BR-393, in Barra do Piraí
Four people, including two children, were injured after a truck overturned on BR-393 in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, due to the driver's loss of control in a curve.
Woman seriously injured after accident between truck and car on BR-393, in Barra do Piraí
A 46-year-old woman was seriously injured in a collision between a truck and a car on BR-393 in Barra do Piraí, RJ, on Tuesday morning.
Nurse arrested for sexual harassment against work colleagues in hospital in Piraí
A 43-year-old nurse was arrested for sexual harassment against colleagues at the Flávio Leal Hospital in Piraí, Brazil, after police reviewed security footage confirming repeated incidents.
Rain causes disruptions in Piraí
Heavy rain caused disruptions in Piraí, RJ, on Sunday, with multiple reports of fallen trees and significant rainfall recorded.