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Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 27 • 21:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Adilsinho is transferred to federal prison in Brasília

Adilson Oliveira Coutinho, known as Adilsinho, was transferred to a federal prison in Brasília following his arrest in a joint operation by federal and civil police.

Feb 27 • 21:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US officials arrest more people over Minnesota anti-ICE church protest

Federal authorities have arrested additional individuals involved in a January protest at a Minnesota church opposing immigration enforcement actions.

Feb 27 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF requests Adilsinho's transfer to federal prison

Adilson Oliveira Coutinho, known as Adilsinho, is set to be transferred to a federal prison following his arrest for various criminal activities connected to organized crime in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 27 • 14:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest suspect of rape of a vulnerable person and child pornography in SP

A man accused of raping a vulnerable person and producing child pornography has been arrested by the Federal Police in Itariri, São Paulo.

Feb 26 • 21:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'The most bloodthirsty of the betting game', says PF superintendent about the arrest of the gambler Adilsinho

Adilsinho, one of the most wanted figures in Rio de Janeiro's illegal gambling scene, was arrested following multiple attempts by federal authorities.

Feb 26 • 15:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police requests the arrest of tax analysts in Guarulhos, escalating the crisis between agencies

The Brazilian Federal Police has requested the arrest of three tax analysts from the Federal Revenue under suspicion of usurpation of public function, which has heightened the ongoing crisis between the two government agencies.

Feb 25 • 22:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 25 • 13:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation by PF combats clandestine radio transmission in Northern Minas

The Federal Police launched Operation Alternative Tuning to tackle illegal radio broadcasting in Ninheira, Northern Minas, resulting in a search warrant execution and the arrest of a repeat offender.

Feb 24 • 14:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 22 • 17:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Driven by action in Venezuela, Lula wants to carry out Federal Police operations to arrest Brazilians in the USA

Brazil's President Lula da Silva plans Federal Police operations in the USA to arrest Brazilian criminals, influenced by recent US actions against Venezuela.

Feb 22 • 06:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

The arrest of a Brazilian that shook the global network of child abusers

A significant arrest made by Brazilian Federal Police targeted a major figure in global child exploitation networks operating through the dark web.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PGR expresses opposition to house arrest for Bolsonaro

The Attorney General of Brazil, Paulo Gonet, has expressed opposition to granting house arrest to former President Jair Bolsonaro, stating that the conditions for such an arrangement are not met.

Feb 20 • 20:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"18 USC 111" in the United States: what it is and how ICE uses it to detain migrants

The article explains how ICE utilizes 18 USC 111 to arrest migrants and individuals who interfere with federal agents in the United States.

Feb 20 • 20:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

The arrest of a Brazilian man that shook a global network of child abusers

A Brazilian man known as Lubasa, who managed several major child sexual abuse forums on the dark web, was arrested by Brazilian Federal Police, revealing insights into a vast network of offenders.

Feb 20 • 11:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Semi-submersible carrying 4 tons of cocaine intercepted in Colima; 3 arrested

A joint operation by federal authorities resulted in the interception of a semi-submersible vessel carrying approximately four tons of suspected cocaine off the coast of Colima, Mexico, and the arrest of three individuals.

Feb 19 • 17:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 19 • 13:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation against trafficking arrests 10 suspects of distributing synthetic drugs in MT and DF

A police operation in Brazil led to the arrest of 10 suspects involved in the distribution of synthetic drugs in the states of Mato Grosso and the Federal District.

Feb 19 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

FBI and Minnesota police investigate ICE arrest that left man with broken skull

Minnesota and federal authorities are investigating an ICE arrest that resulted in severe injuries to a Mexican citizen, contradicting ICE's claims about the incident.

Feb 18 • 12:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fugitive convicted of homicide is arrested in Tamoios, district of Cabo Frio

A 60-year-old man wanted for homicide was arrested in Tamoios, Cabo Frio, Brazil, after a coordinated effort by state police and the Federal Police.

Feb 16 • 16:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: FCT Police Arrest 13 Suspected Armed Robbers

The police in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory arrested 13 armed robbery suspects during a digital-driven operation aided by a forensics firm.

Feb 16 • 16:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest duo with 350 canaries kept in captivity in Boa Vista

Two men have been arrested by the Federal Police in Boa Vista for keeping 350 canaries in captivity under abusive conditions and allegedly preparing them for illegal sale.

Feb 16 • 13:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Arrest of alleged drug trafficker of marijuana, opium, and methamphetamine hydrochloride on federal highway

An alleged drug trafficker was arrested while transporting large quantities of marijuana, methamphetamine hydrochloride, and opium on a federal highway in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Feb 14 • 21:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man suspected of rape and keeping woman in private captivity arrested in DF

A man suspected of raping and holding a woman captive in the Federal District has been arrested by the Civil Police.

Feb 14 • 13:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 13 • 21:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 13 • 18:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Justice ordered Cristina Kirchner to resume receiving a millionaire pension: how much will she receive per month

A federal court in Argentina has ruled that Cristina Kirchner, the former president currently under house arrest, must resume receiving a substantial pension that was previously cut off due to her corruption conviction.

Feb 13 • 14:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Executes Warrants Against Group Investigated for Drug and Arms Trafficking in MS

The Federal Police of Brazil executed search and arrest warrants in Dourados, MS, as part of an ongoing investigation into transnational drug and arms trafficking.

Feb 13 • 12:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three Brazilians deported from the USA are arrested by the Federal Police in MG

Three Brazilians deported from the United States were arrested at the Confins International Airport by the Federal Police due to outstanding arrest warrants.

Feb 12 • 16:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

El-Rufai anticipates arrest as police detain allies

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai fears he may be arrested by the Federal Government following the detention of his close associates amidst claims of political intimidation.

Feb 12 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest 3 suspects of drugging women, abusing them, and posting videos on the internet

Brazilian Federal Police arrested three suspects involved in drugging and sexually abusing women, producing and sharing videos of the acts online.

Feb 11 • 23:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

STF sees attempt to simulate illness and maintains the arrest of lobbyist who became skeletal in prison

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has upheld the maximum-security imprisonment of lobbyist Andreson de Oliveira Gonçalves, who is suspected of trying to feign a serious medical condition to obtain house arrest.

Feb 11 • 20:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

I may be arrested soon, El-Rufai alleges

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai claims he is at risk of arrest by the Federal Government amid allegations of political intimidation against opposition figures.

Feb 11 • 20:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Vialidad Case: Cristina Kirchner Now Demands to Use the Terrace Without Restrictions

Cristina Kirchner has appealed to the Federal Chamber of Cassation to lift restrictions on her house arrest and allow unrestricted access to the terrace of her apartment.

Feb 11 • 18:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Father of Saint arrested for the rape of women and adolescents in the DF

Leandro Mota Pereira, also known as Pai Leandro de Oxóssi, was arrested for allegedly raping women and minors in the Federal District of Brazil.

Feb 11 • 11:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Morena Jalisco distances itself from former mayor of Tequila, Diego Rivera: 'Processes are guided by polls'

The state leadership of Morena in Jalisco has distanced itself from former Tequila mayor Diego Rivera Navarro following his recent arrest linked to a federal investigation for alleged extortion and possible ties to organized crime.

Feb 11 • 00:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man arrested for attempting to withdraw package with fake money at a postal agency in Quissamã

A 34-year-old man was arrested in Quissamã, Brazil, for attempting to collect a package containing counterfeit money at a Correios postal agency.

Feb 10 • 21:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

DHS urges Newsom to honor ICE detainers after federal agent assaulted while arresting illegal alien at jail

The DHS is urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to comply with ICE detainers for criminal illegal immigrants following an incident where a federal agent was assaulted during an arrest at a jail.

Feb 10 • 19:28 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Grecia Quiroz applauds the arrest of the mayor of Tequila: 'The President does not cover for anyone'

Municipal President of Uruapan, Grecia Quiroz, praised the federal government's arrest of Tequila's mayor, emphasizing the importance of transparency in public service.

Feb 10 • 16:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest two people in operation against drug trafficking in MS

The Federal Police arrested two individuals in Corumbá, Brazil, during Operation Black Jack targeting drug trafficking in the region.

Feb 10 • 14:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest couple transporting 20 pistols on Via Dutra, in RJ

The Federal Police arrested a couple transporting 20 pistols on the Via Dutra highway as part of an operation to prevent arms trafficking to criminal factions in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 10 • 13:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police carries out arrest warrants in operation against international drug trafficking in MA

The Federal Police in Brazil executed three preventive arrest warrants and one search-and-seizure warrant in an operation aimed at dismantling a drug trafficking organization.

Feb 9 • 17:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Jeffrey Epstein funded Brazilian models and warned days before his arrest; Federal Prosecutor's Office investigates mention in Natal

Newly released documents reveal that Jeffrey Epstein had personal ties with Brazilian models, offering financial support and warning one about his imminent arrest.

Feb 9 • 17:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 26 kg of cocaine seized in hidden compartment of car in PI; driver arrested

Over 26 kilograms of cocaine were seized from a hidden compartment in a car during a routine inspection by the Federal Highway Police in Picos, Piauí, leading to the arrest of the driver.

Feb 8 • 23:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

JN has access to images that, according to the Federal Police, show attempts by the former president of Rioprevidência to hinder police work

Images recently obtained by a national news outlet reveal attempts by the former president of Rioprevidência to obstruct police investigations concerning fraud and corruption, leading to his arrest.

Feb 7 • 00:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps query FCT council chairs over N100bn financial breaches

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned the chairmen of the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory to address alleged financial breaches exceeding N100 billion, threatening arrest for noncompliance.

Feb 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police seizes almost 5 kg of 'gourmet' marijuana on the Dutra in Arujá

The Federal Highway Police seized 4.45 kg of 'gourmet' marijuana during a passenger inspection on a bus in Arujá, leading to the arrest of one man.

Feb 6 • 21:23 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Marina conducts operations in the central region of the country with 'Operation Sable'; over a thousand arrested

Mexican Navy's 'Operation Sable' has resulted in the arrest of 1,261 individuals across various states, along with numerous security operations and checkpoints set up in coordination with local and federal authorities.

Feb 6 • 21:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrest couple who owned a children's shelter convicted of rape in MG

The Federal Police, in cooperation with the Military Police of Minas Gerais, arrested a couple convicted of sexual crimes against minors in Matozinhos, near Belo Horizonte.

Feb 6 • 20:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PRF arrests man with weight loss pens, anabolic steroids and cell phones in MS

A 39-year-old man was arrested while transporting over 300 illegally imported products from Paraguay, including weight loss pens, anabolic steroids, and cell phones, during a routine check by the Federal Highway Police in Ponta Porã, MS.

Feb 6 • 20:05 UTC

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