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Crime & Justice

Couple suspected of killing 40-day-old baby has trial scheduled in MT

A couple accused of murdering their 40-day-old baby is set to stand trial in Mato Grosso, Brazil, next week after forensic evidence contradicted initial claims of accidental death.

Mar 22 • 19:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TV Rio Sul holds 'Change the World' event in Barra Mansa

TV Rio Sul hosted the 'Change the World' event in Barra Mansa, Brazil, distributing thousands of plants to promote sustainability and environmental education.

Mar 22 • 16:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man arrested with drugs in Barra Mansa

A 20-year-old man was arrested for drug possession in Barra Mansa, Brazil, after police acted on a tip-off regarding drug sales in the area.

Mar 21 • 19:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man shot in attempted homicide in Barra Mansa

A 23-year-old man was shot in Barra Mansa during an attempted homicide on Friday night.

Mar 21 • 13:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Teenager is assaulted and shot in Barra Mansa

A 16-year-old teenager was assaulted and shot in Barra Mansa, Brazil, during an incident involving a sports project.

Mar 21 • 11:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Couple caught in the act for stealing cables in Barra Mansa

A couple was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, for stealing cables from a telephone pole at night.

Mar 21 • 11:33 UTC
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National & Local

Crater on RJ-153 Increases and Worsens Traffic Situation Between Barra Mansa and Valença

A growing crater on RJ-153 severely impacts traffic between the cities of Barra Mansa and Valença, creating logistical challenges for drivers.

Mar 20 • 22:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking in Barra Mansa

A 40-year-old man was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, for drug trafficking after being caught with various illegal substances.

Mar 20 • 21:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Urban Music Festival announces five days of training and RAP shows in Northern Fluminense

The first edition of the PAR Festival will take place from April 14 to 18 in Campos dos Goytacazes and São João da Barra, featuring training sessions and RAP performances.

Mar 20 • 21:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Mar 20 • 20:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Cow is hurled after being hit by a car on BR-356, in São João da Barra

A cow was thrown into the air after being hit by a car on the BR-356 road in São João da Barra, Brazil, with the incident captured on video and raising concerns about animal welfare and road safety.

Mar 20 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Accident between car and motorcycle leaves two injured on the SE-100 highway in Barra dos Coqueiros

A collision between a car and a motorcycle injured two individuals on the SE-100 highway in Barra dos Coqueiros, with one victim trapped in the wreckage.

Mar 20 • 15:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A Home, on the Street

The article describes a man living on the streets of Barra de Tijuca, one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro, showcasing the stark contrast between his homelessness and the affluent environment.

Mar 20 • 09:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspects arrested for drug trafficking and association in Barra Mansa

A man and a woman were arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, during a police action against drug trafficking, with authorities seizing various illegal narcotics.

Mar 19 • 22:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man arrested after killing man as 'proof of loyalty' in Barra Mansa

A 19-year-old man was arrested in Brazil for murdering another man as a supposed 'proof of loyalty' to a criminal gang.

Mar 19 • 19:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Mar 19 • 18:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Horse trapped in hole rescued in Barra Mansa

A horse that was stuck in a hole in Barra Mansa, Brazil, was rescued by the Forest Brigade with assistance from local residents.

Mar 19 • 15:22 UTC
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National & Local

Sergipe will have a new natural gas thermoelectric plant

The governor of Sergipe announced the construction of a new natural gas thermoelectric plant in Barra dos Coqueiros following a successful auction by Eneva.

Mar 19 • 12:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PL announces the pre-candidacies of Éder Mauro for the Senate and Rogério Barra for the Chamber in Pará

The Liberal Party (PL) has announced the pre-candidatures of Éder Mauro for the Senate and Rogério Barra for the Chamber of Deputies ahead of the 2026 elections in Brazil.

Mar 18 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Calamity Withdrawal of FGTS Made Available to Workers in Barra Mansa

Workers in Barra Mansa, Brazil, can now apply for the Calamity Withdrawal from the FGTS following severe rains that impacted the municipality.

Mar 18 • 17:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teenager apprehended suspected of stealing from a state school in São Joaquim da Barra

A teenager was apprehended in São Joaquim da Barra, Brazil, suspected of stealing and vandalizing a state school, leading to the suspension of classes.

Mar 18 • 14:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman is arrested with stolen car on Via Dutra, in Barra Mansa

A 22-year-old woman was arrested for driving a stolen vehicle on the Via Dutra highway in Barra Mansa, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 13:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Accident between car and motorcycle leaves policeman injured in Barra Mansa

A military police officer was injured in an accident involving a car and a motorcycle in Barra Mansa, Brazil, on Tuesday night.

Mar 18 • 10:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Barra Mansa promotes a drive for issuing documents and free civil marriage

Barra Mansa, Brazil, is hosting a free documentation drive next week that includes services for issuing vital documents and free civil marriages.

Mar 17 • 18:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Mar 17 • 18:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested for sexually abusing his own daughters in Barra Mansa

A 43-year-old man was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, for the sexual abuse of his two young daughters.

Mar 17 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police execute two search and seizure warrants for child and adolescent sexual abuse in the region

The Federal Police conducted search and seizure operations in Resende and Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro, targeting online child sexual abuse as part of a larger initiative.

Mar 17 • 12:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Young man arrested with drugs in police drone operation in Barra Mansa

A 19-year-old was arrested with drugs by police using drones in an operation in Barra Mansa, Brazil.

Mar 17 • 10:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Victim's friend indicted on suspicion of stealing 3 designer bags and selling them online in MT

A friend of a crime victim has been indicted for allegedly stealing three designer bags and selling them online in Barra do Garças, Brazil.

Mar 16 • 20:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PRF seizes about 5 kg of cocaine and arrests three people on BR-226, in Barra do Corda

The Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized approximately 5 kg of cocaine and arrested three individuals after stopping a suspicious vehicle on BR-226 in Barra do Corda, Brazil.

Mar 16 • 18:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man shot dead after argument in Barra Mansa

A 46-year-old man was shot and killed following a dispute in Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 16 • 11:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested with stolen motorcycle in Barra Mansa

A 34-year-old man was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, while riding a motorcycle reported stolen back in 2018.

Mar 15 • 17:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Mar 15 • 16:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two men are shot in Barra Mansa

Two men were shot in Barra Mansa, Brazil, during a violent incident involving unidentified perpetrators.

Mar 15 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Six-day-old baby saved from choking by police in Barra Mansa

A six-day-old baby was saved from choking by police officers in Barra Mansa, Brazil, during a critical emergency on the mother’s birthday.

Mar 14 • 21:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man is beaten after being accused of theft in Barra Mansa

A 39-year-old man was hospitalized after being brutally beaten by two suspects who accused him of theft in the Ano Bom neighborhood of Barra Mansa, Brazil.

Mar 14 • 13:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man and teenager are shot in Barra Mansa

A 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old teenager were shot in Barra Mansa, Brazil, over the weekend.

Mar 14 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck causes congestion on the Via Dutra in Barra Mansa

A truck overturned in an 'L' position, leading to significant traffic congestion on Via Dutra in Barra Mansa, Brazil.

Mar 13 • 23:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice orders the expulsion of former player Carlos Alberto from a condominium in Rio de Janeiro

A court in Rio de Janeiro has ordered the expulsion of former football player Carlos Alberto from his condominium following numerous complaints from residents.

Mar 13 • 14:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire hits building in Mandala, condominium in Barra da Tijuca; VIDEO

A fire broke out in a building at the Mandala condominium in Barra da Tijuca, but no injuries have been reported yet.

Mar 12 • 21:46 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 12 • 21:28 UTC
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National & Local

Police carry out searches in Copacabana and Barra in action against scheme of Brazilian passports used for illegal migration

The Brazilian Federal Police executed Operation Perfídia to investigate a fraudulent passport scheme facilitating illegal migration.

Mar 12 • 20:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project 'Change the World' from TV Rio Sul arrives in Barra Mansa

TV Rio Sul's 'Change the World' project will distribute nearly 2,884 plant seedlings to promote environmental education and sustainability in Barra Mansa.

Mar 12 • 19:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Mar 12 • 18:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young autistic woman reports abuse during crisis after accepting a ride in Barra da Tijuca: 'Help me, I was raped'

A 28-year-old autistic woman reported sexual violence in Barra da Tijuca after accepting a ride from a man during a crisis, leading to the suspect's arrest and an ongoing police investigation.

Mar 12 • 15:39 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: elephant seal spotted on the beach of Barra de Santo Antônio, in Alagoas

A young southern elephant seal was spotted resting on the beach of Barra de Santo Antônio in the North Coast of Alagoas, Brazil.

Mar 12 • 12:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Humorist says he was afraid of dying in a robbery in Barra da Tijuca: 'They came to kill me'

Comedian Yan Gonzales Pinheiro described a terrifying robbery attempt in Barra da Tijuca where he felt his life was in danger.

Mar 12 • 00:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Dog 'Caramela' Caught Stealing a Bag of Dog Food from a Store in Barra Mansa

A dog named 'Caramela' was caught on surveillance video stealing a bag of dog food from a store in Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 11 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 15 families leave homes near dam at risk of collapse in Piauí

Eighteen families in the Barra do Campestre community have voluntarily evacuated their homes due to an imminent risk of dam collapse, as advised by the Civil Defense of Piauí.

Mar 11 • 11:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Families must leave homes immediately due to risk of dam rupture in Southern Piauí

Residents in the Barra do Campestre area of Coronel José Dias, Piauí, are being evacuated due to a heightened risk of dam failure.

Mar 10 • 17:33 UTC

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