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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police carries out search warrant in Natal in operation against electronic bank fraud

The Federal Police in Brazil has launched an operation targeting electronic bank fraud, executing a search warrant in Natal that led to the seizure of various items linked to criminal activities.

Feb 26 • 15:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation Argos: drugs were leaving São Paulo in large trucks to northeastern states, says police

The Brazilian police arrested key figures in a drug trafficking operation that funneled narcotics from São Paulo to the northeastern states of Brazil.

Feb 26 • 15:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Director of a company supplying soldiers to Russia's 'war meat grinder' accused of human trafficking

The director of Global Face Limited, Festus Omwamba, has been accused of trafficking Kenyans to Russia for military purposes, following a police operation that rescued 22 victims.

Feb 26 • 15:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest 113 suspects in Edo forest raid

The Edo State Police have arrested 113 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated raid in Edo North and Central regions.

Feb 26 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dozens of cell phones and other electronics seized during operation in Assis

The Military Highway Police seized various electronics, including numerous iPhones, during an operation in Assis, Brazil, after discovering them without proper documentation.

Feb 26 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 40 detained, 29 weapons and 20 motorcycles seized during operation Apollo 8

The Apollo 8 operation in Ecuador resulted in over 40 arrests and the seizure of numerous weapons and vehicles, aimed at disrupting criminal organizations.

Feb 26 • 14:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation seizes 12 million smuggled cigarettes from Paraguay in Arapiraca

A joint police operation has seized 12 million smuggled cigarettes from Paraguay in Arapiraca, Brazil, leading to the arrest of a driver involved in the transport.

Feb 26 • 13:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Criminal group involved in drug trafficking and using a drone to monitor the arrival of police is dismantled in Itamarandiba

A criminal group involved in drug trafficking in Itamarandiba was dismantled by the Police with arrests and significant drug seizures.

Feb 26 • 13:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation by PM and PF arrests 17 fugitives of feminicide, homicide, rape, and trafficking in MG and ES

A joint operation by Brazilian law enforcement agencies has resulted in the arrest of 17 fugitives wanted for serious crimes in Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Feb 26 • 13:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO shows the moment of the arrest of a trafficker identified as the biggest drug supplier to Paraíba in a luxury house in SP

Police arrested Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', in a luxury home in São Paulo, identified as the largest cocaine supplier to the state of Paraíba.

Feb 26 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

GTA seizes backpack with ballistic vest and restricted-use ammunition in Santana

A man was arrested in Santana, Brazil, after police found a ballistic vest, restricted ammunition, and drugs during a tactical operation.

Feb 26 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

See images of the mansion where Adilsinho, the most wanted gambler in Rio, was arrested in Cabo Frio

Adilsinho, a prominent figure in Rio's illegal gambling scene, was arrested at a mansion in Cabo Frio during a police operation.

Feb 26 • 13:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lawyer and 4 intermediaries targeted by the Federal Police operation after report of false exams used in fraud against INSS in PI

The Federal Police in Brazil conducted an operation targeting a lawyer and four intermediaries allegedly involved in a scheme to produce false medical documents for fraudulent INSS benefit claims.

Feb 26 • 13:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Duo Suspected of Being Part of Gang That Steals Houses in the Interior is Arrested in Greater São Paulo

Two men were arrested in Carapicuíba, São Paulo, suspected of being part of a gang specialized in residential burglaries.

Feb 26 • 13:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fugitive from Justice dies after confrontation with police in the riverside area of Juruti

A wanted criminal named Marcos Antônio Pimentel was killed in a police operation in Juruti, Brazil, where he was identified as the author of various crimes and had previously escaped custody.

Feb 26 • 12:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Adilsinho, the most wanted gambling boss in Rio, is arrested in Cabo Frio

Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, known as Adilsinho, was arrested in Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro, during a police operation targeting organized crime.

Feb 26 • 12:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Environmental Police seizes eight guns during operation against illegal hunting in Northern Minas

The Environmental Police in Brazil seized eight firearms during an operation aimed at combating illegal hunting in Northern Minas Gerais, resulting in one arrest.

Feb 26 • 12:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police operation targets group suspected of robbing upscale homes; ex-deputy mayor of Tupi Paulista among the victims

A police operation in Tupi Paulista, Brazil, aims to dismantle a criminal organization suspected of high-end home burglaries, with a notable victim being the town's former deputy mayor.

Feb 26 • 12:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation targets digital crimes against children and adolescents in 11 states

A police operation across 11 Brazilian states is targeting adolescent suspects involved in online crimes against children and teenagers.

Feb 26 • 11:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

High Stakes Drama in Shimla: Police vs Police

A confrontation occurred in Himachal Pradesh as Delhi police were detained by Himachal police while attempting to carry out an operation based on warrants.

Feb 26 • 11:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF discovers operational core of international arms trafficking in Uberlândia

The Brazilian Federal Police launched an operation in Uberlândia targeting an operational hub linked to international arms trafficking.

Feb 26 • 11:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates suspect of storing and sharing child sexual abuse content in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is conducting an operation to investigate a suspect involved in the storage and distribution of child sexual abuse materials in the state of Amapá.

Feb 26 • 11:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation carries out more than 40 arrest warrants against a drug trafficking organization in four states

The Paraíba Civil Police have initiated a large-scale operation against drug trafficking, executing over 40 arrest warrants across several Brazilian states.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bombinhas (SC): Federal Police investigates fraud in illegal constructions in a paradise destination

The Federal Police launched an operation to investigate fraud in construction permits in Bombinhas, a renowned tourist spot in Santa Catarina, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 11:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Marcelo Caumo, former mayor of Lajeado, is arrested by the Federal Police

Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo has been arrested as part of a Federal Police operation investigating the embezzlement of public funds.

Feb 26 • 11:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police arrests 5 in operation against rifle trafficking scheme in RJ and two states

Five individuals were arrested in Brazil as part of an operation targeting a drug and arms trafficking network, particularly focusing on rifles.

Feb 26 • 10:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three men are arrested with 188 bars of marijuana in a PM operation in Greater BH

Three men were arrested in a police operation against drug trafficking in Contagem, Brazil, where 188 bars of marijuana were seized.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

9-year-old child is hit by stray bullet and suspect dies during police action in Salvador

A 9-year-old child was hit by a stray bullet during a police operation in Salvador, which resulted in the death of a suspect.

Feb 26 • 09:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The police are preparing a massive operation against road pirates. People are already reporting where to catch them

Czech police are gearing up for the Speed Marathon event and are inviting the public to suggest locations for speed checks.

Feb 26 • 07:21 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Aro" sappers rushed to Marijampolė – a hand grenade and grenade detonator found in the basement of a house

A hand grenade and detonator were discovered in a house basement in Marijampolė, prompting a police operation and an investigation into illegal possession of explosives.

Feb 26 • 06:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

At dawn, the anti-maranza blitz: 9 complaints (5 are minors)

Nine complaints were filed against individuals, including five minors, during a police operation targeting youth crime in Milan and its suburbs.

Feb 26 • 05:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vice Mayor of Manaus and family members of David Almeida request habeas corpus from the Justice, but withdraw from the process

The Vice Mayor of Manaus, Renato Júnior, and family members of Mayor David Almeida filed for habeas corpus but withdrew their request before a ruling was made.

Feb 26 • 01:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation investigates deviations in parliamentary amendments from former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho and his family

The Federal Police has launched an operation to investigate former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho and his family for alleged misappropriations of parliamentary amendments, executing search warrants across four states and the Federal District.

Feb 26 • 00:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Abandoned to Their Fate: Tourist Bus of Elderly Tourists Burned by CJNG Hitmen

A group of 15 elderly foreign tourists was attacked by members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) during narcoblockades in Mexico after a police operation.

Feb 26 • 00:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police investigate rental contract fraud scheme and recover more than 60 vehicles in Bahia

A Civil Police operation in Bahia recovered 68 vehicles linked to a fraud scheme involving false rental contracts.

Feb 25 • 23:42 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘They call me R1 by key’: The songs that mention Rubén Guerrero Valadez, ‘El Láminas’

The article discusses Rubén Guerrero Valadez, also known as ‘El R1’ or ‘El Láminas’, who was killed during a police operation alongside CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, 'El Mencho', highlighting his connections and mentions in various narcocorridos.

Feb 25 • 23:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF carries out search warrants at company and dealership linked to Fernando Bezerra Coelho and sons; operation investigates embezzlement of funds

The Federal Police in Brazil conducted search warrants targeting a construction company and a car dealership associated with former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho and his sons in an investigation into parliamentary embezzlement.

Feb 25 • 21:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspect of recruiting vulnerable individuals to sell drugs in exchange for food and shelter is arrested in Paraná

A 56-year-old man was arrested in Paraná for allegedly recruiting vulnerable individuals to sell drugs in exchange for food and shelter during a police operation.

Feb 25 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police operation arrests 15 suspects of handling over R$ 9 million in scams in MG

Fifteen individuals were arrested in Brazil during a police operation investigating major fraud and money laundering schemes involving over R$ 9 million.

Feb 25 • 20:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing his four daughters aged between 2 and 10 in Belém

A 32-year-old man was arrested in Belém, Brazil, for suspected sexual abuse of his four daughters, following an operation by the Civil Police.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police arrest 28 individuals and identify inmate as leader of organization operating in MS and PR

The Civil Police of Mato Grosso do Sul arrested 28 people as part of an operation investigating a drug trafficking and money laundering organization, allegedly run by an inmate from a maximum-security prison.

Feb 25 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Operation Investigates Illegal Sale of Medications in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating a woman accused of illegally selling the medication Tirzepatide in Amapá.

Feb 25 • 19:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two men are arrested and weapons, drugs, and trafficking materials are seized in Riachão do Jacuípe

Two men were arrested in Riachão do Jacuípe with firearms, drugs, and trafficking materials during a police operation.

Feb 25 • 19:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PRF recovers stolen excavator in Mato Grosso during operation on BR-163 in Santarém

A stolen excavator was recovered by the Federal Highway Police in Santarém, Brazil, during an operation based on information from local police regarding its transport.

Feb 25 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of the teachers' union of Porto Rico arrested for drug trafficking and document forgery

The president of a teachers' union in Porto Rico, Maranhão, was arrested on drug trafficking and other charges after a police operation uncovered illegal activities tied to the use of false documents.

Feb 25 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced to over 10 years in prison for sexual assault of a vulnerable person in Cabo Frio

A man has been sentenced to over 10 years for sexual assault in Cabo Frio and was arrested after being fugitive since 2018.

Feb 25 • 17:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fernando Bezerra Coelho: learn who the former senator is, target of an operation against diversion of parliamentary amendments

Former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho is under investigation by the Federal Police in Brazil for alleged fraud and diversion of parliamentary amendments.

Feb 25 • 17:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

IS: Police operation at a shopping center in Helsinki

A police operation took place at the Redi shopping center in Helsinki, leading to one arrest after a report of a person wielding a weapon.

Feb 25 • 16:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary #1875: Moraes and Zanin vote to convict the Brazão brothers in the Marielle case; Federal Police conducts operation against the diversion of parliamentary amendments; Ocean warming causes fish population decline, says study

Moraes and Zanin voted to convict the Brazão brothers for their role in the assassination of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes, while other news includes a Federal Police operation against corruption and findings on ocean warming's effect on fish populations.

Feb 25 • 16:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Police operation at the shopping center

A police operation took place at the Redi shopping center in Kalasatama, Helsinki, due to reports of an individual armed with a weapon, later found to be a toy.

Feb 25 • 16:08 UTC

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