PCC member known as 'Madimbu' arrested for drug trafficking in Rorainópolis, South Roraima
A 23-year-old man known as 'Madimbu', a member of the First Capital Command (PCC), was arrested in Rorainópolis, South Roraima, for drug trafficking.
Penitentiary agent convicted of the murder of a PCC leader linked to the Gritzbach case
A penitentiary agent was convicted of the murders of a PCC leader and member, which were related to a sequence of revenge killings.
'Vampirinho', chief of PCC in Mato Grosso do Sul, is arrested on the coast of SP
Ewerton Araujo Roque, known as 'Vampirinho', was arrested in Itanhaém, São Paulo, as a suspected leader of the criminal faction Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC).
With PCC and CV in the crosshairs, Trump sets record for terrorist designations
Since returning to the White House last year, Donald Trump has designated 27 organizations as terrorists, the highest number recorded by a U.S. president since 1997, with Brazil's factions CV and PCC potentially being included.
Abin evaluates that the designation of PCC and CV as terrorists opens the door for interference
The Brazilian intelligence agency Abin warns that labeling PCC and CV as terrorist organizations could lead to external interference in Brazil and compromise national sovereignty.
Brazilian law prevents classifying PCC and CV as terrorists, says chancellor
Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira stated that the country cannot accept the U.S. classification of local criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations due to existing domestic laws.
Seizure of mobile phone helps police discover PCC message group in Paraná
The seizure of a mobile phone in 2025 has aided the Paraná Civil Police in uncovering a messaging group linked to the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) criminal faction.
Daily Summary #1904: Iran attacks Israel after the death of a regime strongman; Reag Fund received R$ 1 billion from companies linked to the PCC; Even with Digital ECA, adult content sites still fail to check minors' ages
Iran has launched fragmentation bombs towards Tel Aviv following the death of a key regime figure.
PCC Chief in Ceará, Who Flaunted Weapons on Social Media, is Arrested in São Paulo
A man identified as the leader of a criminal organization in Ceará was arrested in São Paulo for allegedly leading drug trafficking operations.
VIDEOS: Good Morning Rio on Wednesday, March 18, 2026
A major operation targeting criminal factions across Brazil has led to significant arrests and uncovered financial connections to the PCC.
Reag Fund Received R$ 1 Billion from Companies Linked to PCC Money Laundering
The Reag Fund reportedly received R$ 1 billion from firms connected to money laundering activities linked to Brazil's Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC).
Civil Police Operation Arrests Suspect Linked to Drug Trafficking Gang in SP Interior
A suspect linked to a drug trafficking gang was arrested in an operation by the Civil Police in Itapeva, SP, as part of a wider investigation into organized crime.
Justice decrees preventive detention of delegate suspected of ties with PCC
A Brazilian judge has ordered the preventive detention of police delegate Layla Lima Ayub, suspected of having connections with the criminal faction PCC.
Operation arrests leaders of a criminal faction organizing drug trafficking in the interior cities of São Paulo
Two leaders of a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking were arrested in São Paulo after a police operation.
Bolivian President says criminal factions like PCC and CV generate terrorism
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz claims that criminal organizations contribute to a sense of terrorism in the country.
Moraes' family office will sue senator for linking it to PCC
The Moraes family law office plans to sue Senator Alessandro Vieira for suggesting a connection with criminal organization PCC based on information from an ongoing investigation.
Understand what is at stake in the negotiations between Brazil and the USA regarding criminal factions
The potential designation of Brazilian criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations by the US government could lead to significant economic repercussions and military exposure for Brazil.
Penalty for anti-faction is greater than for terrorism, says Gakiya about classifying criminal factions as terrorists
Brazilian authorities push back against U.S. efforts to designate local criminal factions as terrorist organizations, arguing the classification could have detrimental effects.
Government risks to the financial market with possible designation of PCC and CV as terrorists
The Brazilian government is concerned that a potential designation of the PCC and CV as terrorist organizations by Donald Trump could expose Brazilian companies and the national financial system to unilateral actions by the United States.
Sending prisoners from the USA to Brazil would have legal obstacles, and the demand for the end of PCC and CV is fanciful, say experts
Experts suggest that the proposal for Brazil to receive prisoners from the US faces significant legal challenges and complexities in light of Brazil's judicial framework.
'Traffic Manager' of PCC is arrested in operation after data obtained with Pandora, the faction leader
Luiz Rodrigo Costa Ramos, known as 'RD', was arrested in Itanhaém as the drug trafficking manager for the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), following insights gained from the arrest of Ariane de Pontes Rolim, a prominent faction leader.
Inmate wanted by Justice after escaping from prison is captured in Jundiaí
A fugitive connected to the PCC was arrested while driving in Jundiaí, Brazil.
Trump government proposes that Brazil receive foreigners captured in the US and demands plan to end PCC and CV
The Trump administration suggested that Brazil accept prisoners captured in the US, demanding a strategy to dismantle local gangs during negotiations for cooperation against transnational crime.
US concerns about PCC in fentanyl trafficking, and MP-SP warns that designation as terrorist organization may affect information exchange
Brazil's MP-SP warns that the U.S. is worried about the PCC's involvement in fentanyl trafficking, and that labeling the group as terrorist could hinder international intelligence sharing.
Marcola's Defense Says It Will Request the Right Granted to Vorcaro for Unmonitored Attorney Visits
The defense of Marcola, alleged leader of the PCC in Brazil, plans to request the same legal rights for unmonitored attorney meetings that were granted to businessman Daniel Vorcaro.
Marcola, leader of PCC, requests Justice to extend benefit granted to Vorcaro in DF
Marcola, the alleged leader of the criminal gang PCC, has requested that the same legal benefits granted to businessman Daniel Vorcaro be extended to him regarding communications with his lawyers.
Pandora of PCC who decided punishments has tattoos of the faction and the phrase 'cry later'; SEE
Ariane de Pontes Rolim, known as Pandora, was arrested in Brazil for her role as a leader within the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) gang, displaying numerous tattoos related to the faction.
Podcast discusses why the US wants to classify Brazilian factions as terrorists
The U.S. may classify Brazilian criminal factions, Comando Vermelho and PCC, as terrorist groups, prompting the Brazilian government to seek alternatives to this classification.
Leaders of CV and PCC negotiated a pact via WhatsApp messages, investigation says
An investigation reveals that leaders of Brazilian criminal factions Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) communicated via WhatsApp to negotiate a temporary alliance.
Are Comando Vermelho and PCC terrorists?
The potential designation of the criminal factions PCC and Comando Vermelho as foreign terrorist organizations by the Trump administration raises complex legal and diplomatic implications for Brazil.
Tarcísio advocates for the Trump administration to classify PCC and Comando Vermelho as terrorists
Governor Tarcísio de Freitas sees the potential U.S. designation of Brazilian gangs PCC and CV as terrorist organizations as an opportunity for enhanced cooperation and resources in combating crime.
Pandora who decided punishments in PCC arrested in the coast of SP
Ariane de Pontes Rolim, a 30-year-old leader within the PCC criminal organization, was arrested in Itanhaém, SP, for enforcing punishments within the drug trafficking group.
It is still uncertain when or if PCC will be able to start the machines - 'Members of parliament show very little interest in this'
The article discusses uncertainty regarding the operations of PCC and the apparent lack of interest from Icelandic parliament members.
U.S. Will Not Consider the Brazilian Government's Position on Classifying the PCC as a Terrorist Organization, Says Gakiya
Lincoln Gakiya stated that the U.S. will disregard Brazil's stance on labeling the PCC as a terrorist group during discussions on organized crime.
Operation targets Comando Vermelho nucleus in the region of Rio Claro, interior of SP, where there is a dispute with PCC
A major anti-crime operation in Rio Claro, Brazil, targets members of the Comando Vermelho gang amid ongoing conflicts with the PCC.
Worried about the debate in the US regarding PCC and CV as terrorism, Lula calls the presidents of Colombia and Mexico
Brazilian President Lula da Silva discussed organized crime in Latin America with Colombian President Gustavo Petro amid concerns over US classifications of Brazilian criminal groups as terrorist organizations.
On a mission to Brazil, U.S. government advisors consulted authorities about the risks of PCC's actions and expansion
U.S. government advisors have been consulting Brazilian authorities regarding the risks posed by the criminal organization Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC).
Why Brazil's Anti-Terrorism Law Does Not Classify Factions Like CV and PCC? And How This Debate Could Impact the Elections?
Brazil's anti-terrorism law does not classify criminal factions like the First Capital Command (PCC) and the Red Command (CV) as terrorist organizations, which reflects the country's legal stance amidst ongoing discussions with the United States.
Classifying PCC and CV as Terrorists Could Facilitate Asset Freezes and Deportation of Traffickers
The proposed classification of Brazilian criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations by the U.S. could lead to asset freezes and deportations, raising concerns within Brazil regarding electoral impacts and financial competitiveness.
The new statement from the Trump government about PCC and CV that worries the Lula government: 'Threats to regional security'
The U.S. State Department has identified Brazilian criminal factions PCC and CV as significant threats to regional security due to their involvement in drug trafficking and transnational crime.
Trump Government Sees Red Command and PCC as Threats to Regional Security
The Trump administration views Brazilian criminal factions Comando Vermelho (Red Command) and PCC (Primeiro Comando da Capital) as significant threats to regional security due to their involvement in drug trafficking and violence.
Lula's government fears electoral impact and acts to prevent the US from designating CV and PCC as terrorists
Brazil's President Lula expresses concerns about the potential designation of CV and PCC as terrorist organizations by the US, citing political and economic repercussions.
Alleged connection between PCC and Hezbollah is one of the arguments used by the US to classify the organization as terrorist
The alleged ties between the São Paulo criminal faction PCC and Lebanese Hezbollah are cited by the US as justification to classify the PCC as a terrorist organization.
Analysis: classification of CV and PCC as terrorist organizations by the US becomes an electoral trap for 2026
The US discussion on classifying the Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) as terrorist organizations poses a challenge for Brazil's politics ahead of the 2026 elections.
PCC Chief on the Run Ordered His Own Daughter's Kidnapping to Collect a $100,000 Debt from His Ex-Father-in-Law
Gerson Palermo, the leader of the PCC, allegedly ordered the kidnapping of his daughter to extort money from his ex-father-in-law.
Daughter of PCC Chief Kidnapped by Her Own Father Becomes Accuser's Assistant in the Case
Gabrielly Sanches Palermo, daughter of the leader of the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), has been allowed to act as an assistant to the prosecution against her father, who allegedly kidnapped her for ransom.
Vorcaro arrives at federal prison where PCC leader is detained and will initially be isolated
Banker Daniel Vorcaro has been transferred to a federal prison in Brasília, where he will undergo a period of isolation as part of security protocols.
See photo of Daniel Vorcaro after entering the prison system in SP
Photos showing ex-banker Daniel Vorcaro after his arrest during the third phase of Operation Compliance Zero have surfaced, depicting him in custody.
Vorcaro will be accompanied by PCC leaders in maximum security prison in Brasília
Former banker Daniel Vorcaro will be transferred to a maximum security prison in Brasília where leaders of the criminal organization PCC are held.
Company investigated for connections with PCC exports a SUS load banned by Anvisa to Panama
A supplier of Brazil's Ministry of Health exported a banned immunoglobulin shipment to Panama, linked to an investigation into money laundering and organized crime.