Did you see? Rain causes flooding in Buriticupu, accident with trailers on BR-135, and other news of the week on g1 MA
A summary of key news from G1 Maranhão for the week of March 15 to 21, including rain-related flooding, illegal cockfighting, and a trailer accident.
Police operation seizes weapons and drugs in the home of a city councilor in MA
A police operation in Maranhão led to the arrest of a city councilor and the seizure of weapons and drugs from her home.
What is known about the disappearance of a businessman from Piauí in Maranhão
A businessman from Piauí, Macílio Salles Brito, has been missing for a week following a suspected robbery in Maranhão.
Procon files complaint with Federal Police to investigate fuel price hikes in MA
Procon in Maranhão has lodged a complaint with the Federal Police seeking an investigation into rising fuel prices in the state.
Young man dies after colliding motorcycle with parked truck in Duque Bacelar, MA
A 21-year-old man named Salvador Vaz dos Santos died after crashing his motorcycle into the back of a parked truck in Duque Bacelar, Maranhão.
Four people are arrested in an operation against cargo theft in MA; losses reach R$ 1 million
Four individuals were arrested in Maranhão, Brazil, as part of a police operation targeting organized groups involved in cargo theft, with losses estimated at R$ 1 million.
Operation arrests suspects of fraudulently obtaining loans using fake IDs, causing a loss of R$ 710,000 in MA
The police in Maranhão arrested six individuals suspected of running a fraud scheme using fake IDs, resulting in significant financial losses.
Suspects are arrested for violating protective measures during operation in Balsas, MA
Two men were arrested for violating protective measures meant to safeguard domestic violence victims during a police operation in Balsas, Maranhão.
New images show the moment when trucks and a motorcycle are thrown into the collapse of a bridge between TO and MA
New footage reveals the moment of the collapse of the JK Bridge, resulting in multiple vehicles plunging into the Tocantins River, leading to numerous casualties.
MP-MA recommends termination of the contract between the City Hall and the Via SL consortium that operates public transport in São Luís
The Maranhão Public Ministry has recommended that the São Luís City Hall terminate its contract with the Via SL consortium due to consistent failures in public transport services.
Police executes warrants in MA against group suspected of drug trafficking and money laundering operating in DF
The operation targets a criminal group believed to be involved in drug trafficking and money laundering activities in the Federal District and surrounding areas.
Man sentenced to 14 years in prison for killing partner with knife in MA
Raimundo Lopes has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for the feminicide of his partner, Sônia Regina Coelho Rodrigues, following a violent altercation in Maranhão, Brazil.
Fugitive for homicide in Rondônia is arrested after a year hidden in MA
A man wanted for homicide in Rondônia was arrested after being hidden for over a year in Maranhão.
Man is arrested on suspicion of committing homicide in Igarapé do Meio, MA
A 25-year-old man was arrested in Igarapé do Meio, Brazil, on suspicion of murdering 44-year-old Ismael Mendes during a knife attack following a discussion.
Operation in MA dismantles electronic fraud scheme; estimated loss is over R$ 300,000
A recent police operation in Maranhão, Brazil, has dismantled a group involved in electronic fraud, resulting in significant financial losses estimated at over R$ 300,000.
Man sentenced to over 43 years in prison for killing a delegate in Caxias, MA
A man has been sentenced to over 43 years in prison for the murder of police delegate Márcio Mendes Silveira in Caxias, Maranhão.
Graduate goes viral returning home through flooded street after party in MA: 'I don't belong to this street'
A pharmacy graduate in Brazil, Alisson Souza, went viral on social media for documenting his humorous struggle to return home through a flooded street after his graduation party in Imperatriz, Maranhão.
Senator from MA claims to be a victim of a conspiracy against her reelection campaign
Senator Eliziane Gama claims that there is a conspiracy to thwart her reelection bid backed by political rivalries in Maranhão, Brazil.
VIDEO: Trucks collide on BR-135 in Miranda do Norte, MA
A collision involving two trucks occurred on BR-135 in Miranda do Norte, Maranhão, causing traffic disruptions.
PRF seizes more than 1 ton of skunk in Balsas in the largest drug operation in MA
The Federal Highway Police seized over 1 ton of skunk during a major drug operation in Balsas, Maranhão, leading to the arrest of a driver.
Court determines that the state of MA must fund the application of medicine for intestinal disease
A court in Maranhão, Brazil, has mandated state funding for Infliximab treatment for patients with inflammatory bowel disease following a public civil action.
Court sets deadline for distributors to explain abusive fuel prices in Maranhão
A court in Maranhão has given fuel distributors 15 days to respond to allegations of abusive pricing practices related to gasoline and diesel.
Increase in diesel prices raises production costs for soybeans and worries producers in Balsas, in southern MA
Rising diesel prices have significantly increased soybean production costs in Balsas, Maranhão, worrying local farmers.
Man arrested in Pernambuco suspected of virtual sexual crimes against a 9-year-old child in MA
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Pernambuco, Brazil, on suspicion of committing virtual sexual crimes against a 9-year-old child living in Maranhão.
Bishop of the Diocese of Coroatá is injured after car overturns and falls into a lake on MA-235
Bishop Dom Sebastião Bandeira Coelho was injured when the car he was in overturned and fell into a lake in Maranhão, Brazil, and is under observation in the hospital.
Inmate who escaped using bedsheet rope is captured in MA; the other two are still at large
An inmate who escaped from a prison in Maranhão using a makeshift rope made from bedsheets has been recaptured, while two other escapees remain on the run.
36-Year-Old Piauiense Businessman Disappears After Alleged Robbery in MA
Macílio Salles Brito, a 36-year-old businessman from Piauí, has been missing since Friday night following an alleged robbery in Maranhão.
Orleans Brandão launches pre-candidacy for the government of MA with jingle inspired by Lula's campaigns
Orleans Brandão has officially announced his pre-candidacy for the governor of Maranhão with a jingle reminiscent of President Lula's campaign songs.
With a jingle inspired by Lula's campaigns, Orleans Brandão launches pre-candidacy for the government of Maranhão
Orleans Brandão has officially launched his pre-candidacy for the government of Maranhão with a jingle inspired by President Lula's campaigns.
Fugitive from MA for vulnerable rape is arrested in Parauapebas, PA; weapon seized
A fugitive accused of vulnerable rape in Maranhão was arrested in Parauapebas, PA, while a firearm was seized during the operation.
Businessman Vinicius Soares is buried at 35 in PI after car accident in MA
Businessman Vinicius Soares was buried at the age of 35 in Piauí after dying from a car accident in Maranhão.
Senai opens selective process for instructors in MA with salaries of up to R$ 5.7 thousand
Senai-MA is conducting a selection process for instructors with salaries reaching R$ 5.7 thousand, open until March 18.
Young man dies and woman is seriously injured after motorcycle collision with car on MA-140
A young man died, and a woman was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident involving a car on MA-140 in Balsas, Maranhão.
Man shot dead after leaving a party and woman injured in Imperatriz, MA
Dorian de Souza was shot dead while leaving a party in Imperatriz, Maranhão, with a woman also injured in the incident.
Governor of MA copies Lula's jingle to promote nephew as successor
The Governor of Maranhão, Carlos Brandão, has adapted a popular jingle supporting Lula to boost the candidacy of his nephew Orleans Brandão for the governorship.
With the closure of the Carajás Railway in PA, TJ-MA cancels the next edition of the Wagon of Conciliation
The Maranhão Court of Justice (TJ-MA) has canceled the upcoming Wagon of Conciliation event due to the blockade of the Carajás Railway by Indigenous leaders protesting environmental impacts.
Woman arrested for maintaining clandestine cockfighting in Caxias, MA; 12 birds were rescued
A woman in Caxias, Brazil, was arrested for operating an illegal cockfighting operation, which resulted in the rescue of 12 birds from poor conditions.
Luxury car worth nearly R$ 1 million seized at the Pará and Maranhão border
A luxury car valued at R$ 920,000 was seized by tax officials in Pará, Brazil, due to irregularities in its documentation.
Did you see? Bus strike, landslides in Buriticupu, search and seizure against journalist, and other news of the week on g1 MA
This article covers recent events in Maranhão, Brazil, including a bus strike, landslides in Buriticupu, and legal actions against a journalist.
Corregedoria opens disciplinary process against delegate who reported former Secretary of Public Security of MA for embarrassment
The Maranhão Public Security Corregedoria initiated a disciplinary process against delegate Viviane Fontenele, who reported being a victim of embarrassment during a meeting with former Secretary of Public Security Maurício Ribeiro Martins.
Scorpions lead accidents with venomous animals in MA in 2025; learn what to do in case of a sting
Maranhão, Brazil, has seen a significant rise in venomous animal accidents, with scorpions being the leading cause in 2025, prompting health alerts and guidance on how to respond to stings.
Police Operation Against Drug Trafficking Results in Arrests and Seizures in Maranhão
A police operation in Maranhão targeted drug trafficking, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal substances and firearms.
TCU sees signs of irregularities in requests for disaster funding in MA and sends case to MPF
The Brazilian TCU identified irregularities in federal budget requests for disaster relief by municipalities following heavy rains in Maranhão.
After the conviction, the delegate recalls the death of a police officer from PI in an operation in MA; 'the story remains alive'
Delegate Matheus Zanatta reflects on the conviction of Bruno Arcanjo for the murder of officer Marcelo Soares during a police operation in Maranhão.
OAB-MA expresses concern after Moraes authorizes search against journalist in Maranhão
The OAB-MA expressed concern over a Federal Police search and seizure order against journalist Luís Pablo, authorized by Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes.
Man suspected of threatening partner is arrested in Cururupu, MA
A man suspected of threatening his partner has been arrested in Cururupu, Maranhão, Brazil.
Moraes orders search and seizure against blogger from MA who published about Dino
The Federal Police executed search and seizure warrants against a Maranhão blogger over allegations related to the misuse of an official vehicle by Minister Flávio Dino.
Public Defender's Office of MA offers internship vacancies with scholarships of up to R$1,614.56
The Public Defender's Office of Maranhão is accepting applications for an internship selection process with scholarships up to R$1,614.56.
Operation 'Destructive Frequency' identifies nine cases of energy theft in Timon, MA
A police operation in Timon, Brazil, uncovered nine cases of energy theft, primarily involving direct tampering with energy meters.
IEL-MA opens 128 internship positions with scholarships of up to R$ 1,415.00 in 6 cities of MA
The Euvaldo Lodi Institute (IEL-MA) has announced 128 internship opportunities for students in various levels of education, offering stipends between R$ 500.00 and R$ 1,415.00 across six cities in Maranhão.