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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Who are the investigated in the PF operation against fraud in public competitions

A Federal Police operation in Brazil is investigating fraud schemes in public competitions, leading to multiple arrests and search warrants across several states.

Mar 21 • 19:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF arrests suspect in João Monlevade for distributing child sexual abuse material

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested a suspect in João Monlevade during an operation aimed at combating the distribution of child sexual abuse material online.

Mar 19 • 13:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police of DF arrests 14 suspects of applying the false lawyer scam

The Civil Police of the Federal District arrested 14 suspects involved in a false lawyer scam, executing search warrants in São Paulo and Praia Grande.

Mar 19 • 10:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests trio in the act after withdrawing R$ 500,000 in Belém, suspected of money laundering with R$ 3.8 million contracts with state agency

Three men were arrested in Belém, Brazil, for withdrawing R$ 500,000 under suspicion of money laundering connected to state contracts.

Mar 18 • 13:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police operation targets fraud scheme in public contests in PB and other states

A Federal Police operation in Brazil has uncovered a fraud scheme involving public contests in multiple states, leading to searches and arrests.

Mar 17 • 12:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests suspect of committing online child sexual abuse

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested a suspect in connection with online child sexual abuse as part of the 'Digital Guardian Operation.'

Mar 17 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police arrests suspect in Governador Valadares in operation linked to 1.2 tons of cocaine seized at airport

The Federal Police arrested a suspect in Governador Valadares linked to a significant drug trafficking operation involving 1.2 tons of cocaine seized at Confins International Airport.

Mar 17 • 10:55 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

Federal Police arrests group suspected of moving organized crime money in Niterói

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested five men, including an active military police officer, for allegedly facilitating financial transactions for organized crime in Niterói.

Mar 13 • 22:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PRF intercepts truck and arrests man convicted of sexual abuse of a vulnerable person in Neópolis

Federal highway police in Brazil arrested a fugitive man convicted of sexual abuse of a minor after a traffic stop in Neópolis.

Mar 13 • 15:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police executes arrest warrants against criminal organization specialized in trafficking endangered animals

The Federal Police have executed arrests against a criminal organization involved in trafficking endangered wildlife, specifically targeting blue macaws and golden lion tamarins.

Mar 12 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Supreme Court orders the arrest of 5 former members of the DF Military Police leadership convicted for the coup acts of January 8

The Brazilian Supreme Court has ordered the arrest of five former leaders of the Federal District Military Police, who were convicted for their involvement in the coup attempt on January 8.

Mar 12 • 00:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests fugitive from Operation Sem Desconto suspected of operating in the financial core of INSS embezzlement in SP

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested a fugitive linked to a major investigation into the embezzlement of funds from the National Institute of Social Security.

Mar 11 • 21:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests mother suspected of sexually abusing her daughters in RJ

The Federal Police in Brazil arrested a 33-year-old woman suspected of sexually abusing her daughters and sharing child sexual abuse material online.

Mar 10 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police seizes 205 electronic cigarettes and arrests man for smuggling in Piracicaba

The Federal Police in Brazil seized 205 electronic cigarettes and arrested a man for smuggling during a search operation in Piracicaba.

Mar 10 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests suspect who sent 124 kg of cocaine in submerged container of ship to France; two are at large

A suspect was arrested in Brazil for attempting to traffic 124 kg of cocaine to France in a submerged compartment of a ship from the Port of Santos.

Mar 10 • 14:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests delegate and civil police suspected of extorting Comando Vermelho in Rio

The Federal Police of Brazil arrested a delegate and two civil police officers in Rio de Janeiro on allegations of involvement with organized crime and extortion of the Comando Vermelho gang.

Mar 10 • 10:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maranhão records 13 arrests for violence against women during PRF’s Operation Lilac Alert

Maranhão state in Brazil recorded 13 arrests related to violence against women during Operation Lilac Alert by the Federal Highway Police.

Mar 9 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests Federal Police delegate and former secretary in operation against influence trafficking to favor drug dealer

The Federal Police of Brazil arrested a Federal Police delegate and a former state secretary on charges of influence trafficking to benefit a drug trafficker.

Mar 9 • 14:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests delegate involved in ex-deputy TH Joias case

The Federal Police of Brazil arrested federal delegate Fabrizio Romano on suspicions related to a case involving former deputy TH Joias, connected to organized crime.

Mar 9 • 14:36 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Violent disturbances outside the home of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani: six arrested for throwing devices with screws and nuts

Violent clashes between far-right protesters and counter-protesters outside New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence resulted in six arrests and a federal investigation after hazardous devices were thrown during the protest.

Mar 8 • 16:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Operation Against Illegal Sale of Weight Loss Drugs Arrests Two Men in Vale do Aço

The Brazilian Federal Police launched Operation Sanitas targeting the illegal sale of an unregistered weight loss drug, resulting in the arrest of two suspects in the Vale do Aço region.

Mar 6 • 13:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police arrests six suspects in Goiás for organizing illegal crossing to the USA

Brazil's Federal Police arrested six individuals in Goiás suspected of facilitating illegal immigration to the United States through Mexico.

Mar 6 • 10:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Federal agents arrest 12 alleged members of LA's massive 18th Street gang drug trafficking operation

Federal agents have arrested 12 members of the 18th Street gang in Los Angeles, which is linked to significant drug trafficking activities.

Mar 6 • 02:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Delegate, investigators, lawyers, and money launderer: who are the 9 arrested in operation against corruption in the Civil Police of SP

Nine individuals, including four Civil Police officers, were arrested during a joint operation by the São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office and the Federal Police targeting corruption within the police force.

Mar 5 • 20:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police arrests group suspected of promoting illegal immigration of Brazilians to the US

The Federal Police of Brazil has arrested a group implicated in facilitating illegal immigration of Brazilians to the United States through Mexico.

Mar 5 • 14:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Banker Daniel Vorcaro and his brother-in-law arrive at Federal Court for custody hearing in SP

Daniel Vorcaro, a banker, and his brother-in-law, Fabiano Zettel, arrived at Federal Court in Brazil for a custody hearing following their arrests in a financial fraud investigation.

Mar 4 • 18:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police operation shuts down illegal gold mining and arrests one person in the Tocantins

A Federal Police operation in Tocantins, Brazil, targeted illegal gold mining, resulting in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of mining equipment.

Mar 4 • 17:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PF carries out 7 warrants in operation targeting banker Vorcaro in MG and arrests two in BH

The Federal Police of Brazil executed seven search and seizure warrants and arrested two individuals in Belo Horizonte as part of an operation targeting criminal activities linked to banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 4 • 12:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests suspect of cryptocurrency fraud in Imperatriz during operation in Maranhão

A man was arrested in Imperatriz, Maranhão, as part of a federal investigation into electronic fraud involving cryptocurrencies and money laundering.

Mar 3 • 13:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Anger at Detroit police U-turn over officers’ call to border agents

The Detroit police's decision to reverse the firing of two officers for coordinating arrests with federal immigration agents has sparked backlash and accusations of succumbing to political pressure.

Feb 27 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Integrated action of Federal and Civil police arrests Adilsinho, one of the most dangerous gambling bosses in Rio

Brazil's integrated Federal and Civil Police have captured Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, a notorious gambling boss, after he was on the run for over a year.

Feb 27 • 02:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police arrests former mayor of Lajeado (RS) on suspicion of fraud in post-flood works

Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo has been arrested on suspicion of embezzlement related to reconstruction efforts following the 2024 flood disaster in Rio Grande do Sul.

Feb 26 • 13:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farmers moved more than R$ 26 million selling fuel for mining in Sararé (MT), says Federal Police

Farmers in Brazil have reportedly generated over R$ 26 million through the illegal sale of fuel to support mining activities on indigenous land, leading to arrests and a federal investigation.

Feb 25 • 20:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Arrests Man with R$ 400,000 in Cash in Northern Amapá

A man was arrested by the Federal Police in Oiapoque, Amapá, after being found with R$ 400,000 in cash without a valid explanation for its source.

Feb 24 • 10:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF arrests former health secretary for diverting SUS funds in Selvíria (MS)

The former health secretary of Selvíria, Edgar Barbosa dos Santos, was arrested by the Federal Police for allegedly misappropriating funds from Brazil's Unified Health System (SUS).

Feb 23 • 16:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

EFCC arrests 20 over electoral fraud in FCT council polls, recovers over N17m

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 20 individuals for electoral fraud during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections and recovered over 17 million Naira intended for vote buying.

Feb 22 • 19:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police arrests man in operation against sexual abuse of children and adolescents in Natal

The Federal Police arrested a 26-year-old man in Natal as part of an operation targeting child and adolescent sexual abuse via the internet.

Feb 20 • 21:36 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Federal judge who ordered no warrantless ICE arrests in Colorado asserts DOJ not complying

A federal judge in Colorado has expressed concerns that the Trump administration is not adhering to his injunction prohibiting warrantless ICE arrests in the state.

Feb 19 • 16:43 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police blocks more than R$ 400 million in operation against illegal mineral extraction in Amapá and other states

The Federal Police of Brazil conducted an operation blocking over R$ 400 million related to illegal extraction of cassiterite, leading to several arrests and searches in multiple states.

Feb 19 • 11:41 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

ICE arrests alleged child sex offender released under Connecticut sanctuary laws

Federal authorities arrested Christian Espinosa-Sarango, an illegal immigrant from Ecuador charged with child sexual abuse, after he was previously released due to Connecticut's sanctuary policies.

Feb 18 • 17:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests man in operation against illegal mining in Rondônia

The Federal Police of Brazil arrested a man during an operation targeting illegal mining activities in Colorado do Oeste, Rondônia.

Feb 18 • 13:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PRF captures illegal lobster cargo during closed season and arrests driver in RN

The Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized an illegal lobster shipment during a closure period, arresting the driver transporting it.

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

Federal Police operation fulfills arrests and searches against international drug trafficking in MA

The Federal Police in Brazil conducted arrests and searches as part of Operation Rota Marítima, targeting an international drug trafficking group.

Feb 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Operation carries out arrests and searches against international trafficking in Maranhão

The Brazilian Federal Police executed arrests and searches targeting an international drug trafficking group as part of Operation Rota Marítima.

Feb 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF arrests man investigated for suspected involvement in child sexual abuse crimes in Angra dos Reis

A 32-year-old man suspected of participation in child sexual abuse crimes was arrested in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, during an ongoing federal operation.

Feb 12 • 15:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police of Cruzeiro arrests two people in operation against interstate drug trafficking

Two individuals were arrested by the Federal Police in Cruzeiro during an operation targeting an interstate drug trafficking network between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 11 • 15:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PRF arrests man transporting 30 wild birds in the trunk of a car on the Fernão Dias Highway, in Atibaia

A man was arrested by the Federal Highway Police in Brazil for illegally transporting approximately 30 wild birds in the trunk of his car.

Feb 9 • 14:44 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

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