Two men arrested after attempting to run over police officers in Volta Redonda
Two men were arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, after trying to run over police officers during a drug trafficking-related operation.
Man with an arrest warrant is arrested in Volta Redonda
A 26-year-old man with an arrest warrant was apprehended in Volta Redonda, Brazil, during a drug bust operation.
Explosions in Southern RJ: What is Known and What Needs Clarification About the Sounds That Frightened Residents
Residents in the southern part of Rio de Janeiro reported hearing loud explosions, causing significant concern and fear without an official explanation yet.
'It sounded like a bomb had fallen,' says merchant who heard loud noise in Rio; check out residents' accounts
'It sounded like a bomb had fallen,' says merchant about a loud noise heard in cities in Rio de Janeiro, with locals sharing their experiences and speculating on its origin.
Bang in the sky frightens residents of Volta Redonda, Pinheiral, and PiraΓ
Residents of Volta Redonda, Pinheiral, and PiraΓ in Brazil reported a loud bang in the sky, creating fear among the community without any official explanation for the noise.
Man identified as a drug trafficking lookout is arrested in Volta Redonda
A 41-year-old man suspected of being a lookout for drug trafficking was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Civil Police Operation Returns Cell Phones to Theft Victims in Volta Redonda
Victims of cell phone theft in Volta Redonda received their recovered devices during a police operation aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in such crimes in Rio de Janeiro.
ParaΓba do Sul River rises 2.4 meters above normal in Volta Redonda
The ParaΓba do Sul River in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has risen 2.4 meters above normal levels due to heavy rains, prompting emergency preparedness actions by local civil defense.
Man with an arrest warrant for drug trafficking association is arrested in Volta Redonda
A 35-year-old man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, due to an outstanding warrant for drug trafficking association.
Bodies of explosion victims in RJ are already in Sergipe where they will be buried
The bodies of two victims from a fuel distribution company explosion in Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro, have been transported back to their home state of Sergipe for burial.
Man arrested in flagrant for drug trafficking in Volta Redonda
A man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, on suspicion of drug trafficking during a police operation that utilized drone surveillance.
Search for Wesley dos Santos' body is conducted in a forest area in Volta Redonda
The search for the body of Wesley dos Santos, missing since October, has resumed in Volta Redonda, Brazil, focusing on a specific area linked to his last bank transfer.
Investigation into the death of a man in Volta Redonda concluded; Four suspects are indicted
An investigation into the disappearance of Wesley dos Santos Silva Henrique has concluded, resulting in the indictment of four suspects allegedly linked to drug trafficking and his abduction.
Explosion in fuel tank in Volta Redonda: what is known and what still needs clarification
A fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda, Brazil, resulted in two fatalities and one injury, leading to an ongoing investigation by authorities.
Bodies of two workers found in fuel tank after explosion in RJ
The bodies of two workers missing after an explosion in a fuel tank in Volta Redonda, Brazil, were found following the incident that also left another worker seriously injured.
Learn Who the Sergipanos Were Who Died in Tank Explosion in RJ
Two young men from Sergipe, Brazil, lost their lives in a fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro.
Beatriz Gama Foundation opens registrations for professional courses in Volta Redonda
The Beatriz Gama Foundation in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has announced the opening of registrations for professional courses for the first semester of 2026, offering eleven different courses.
Vibra Energia base is closed after fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda
The Vibra Energia facility was closed following an explosion of a fuel tank that left one young person seriously injured and two others missing.
Bodies of missing men in explosion found inside tank of Vibra in Volta Redonda
Bodies of two missing men were discovered in a fuel tank of the Vibra company after an explosion in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Explosion in fuel tank leaves one injured and two missing in Volta Redonda (RJ)
An explosion at a fuel tank in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has resulted in one injury and two missing persons, all of whom were employees of a contractor.
Vibra will cover the accommodation and transportation of residents evacuated due to an explosion in Volta Redonda
Vibra will provide accommodation and transportation for residents evacuated due to a fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Man is Shot in the Neck in Volta Redonda
A man was shot in the neck in Volta Redonda, Brazil, and is currently under observation at a local hospital without life-threatening injuries.
Bloco da Vida receives Unidos do Viradouro to share the avenue next Saturday in Volta Redonda
Bloco da Vida will perform alongside Unidos do Viradouro in Volta Redonda next Saturday.
Firefighters order evacuation of area due to explosion risk in Volta Redonda
Firefighters in Volta Redonda, Brazil, have ordered the evacuation of a 300-meter radius area due to the risk of a potential explosion.
Explosion in a fuel tank at Transpetro leaves three injured and one missing in Volta Redonda
A fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda, Brazil, resulted in three people injured and one person missing.
Bloco da Vida receives Unidos do Viradouro to share the avenue next Saturday in Volta Redonda
Bloco da Vida in Volta Redonda is set to parade alongside the renowned samba school Unidos do Viradouro this Saturday.
19-year-old arrested with altered motorcycle in Volta Redonda
A 19-year-old woman was arrested in Volta Redonda for riding an altered motorcycle and lacking a driver's license.
Man violates protective order, chases ex-partner and is arrested in Volta Redonda
A man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, for violating a protective order and stalking his ex-partner in a local establishment.
Four suspects are arrested with drugs and a weapon in Volta Redonda
Four suspects have been arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, for possession of drugs and a firearm following a police operation.
Three men detained for threatening the bar owner in Volta Redonda
Three men were arrested for threatening and physically assaulting a bar owner in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Replica of rifle, ammunition, and drugs seized in Volta Redonda
Police in Volta Redonda seized a replica rifle, ammunition, and drugs during a raid linked to local drug trafficking.
Man arrested for theft in Volta Redonda
A 47-year-old man was arrested for theft in Volta Redonda, Brazil, following a police patrol that identified him as wanted on a theft warrant.
Accident between car and motorcycle leaves injured in Volta Redonda
An accident involving a car and a motorcycle injured at least four people in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Man is arrested for robbing an elderly man in Volta Redonda
A 35-year-old man was arrested for robbing a 70-year-old man at knife-point in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Man arrested for violence against women in Volta Redonda
A man was arrested for allegedly assaulting his partner in Volta Redonda, Brazil, on Monday.
Man arrested for assaulting cousin and aunt in Volta Redonda
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, for assaulting his cousin and aunt during a family altercation.
Accident between car and motorcycle leaves one dead and another seriously injured on Via Dutra in Volta Redonda
One person died and another was seriously injured in an accident involving a car and a motorcycle on Via Dutra in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
VIDEO: Driver injured after car falls from an elevated road about 15 meters in Volta Redonda
A 23-year-old driver was injured after his car fell from a height of approximately 15 meters in Volta Redonda, Brazil.
Man suspected of assaulting a woman inside a car is arrested in Volta Redonda
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, for allegedly assaulting a 32-year-old woman inside a car, with police intervening after receiving reports from residents.
Car crashes onto sidewalk and hits store wall in Volta Redonda
A car crashed onto a sidewalk and struck the wall of a store in Volta Redonda, Brazil, resulting in damage but no reported injuries.
βBlock, for me, is life. I love itβ: meet the story of one of the highlight couples of the carnival in Volta Redonda
LuΓsa Isabel Lessa and JosΓ© Raimundo GonΓ§alves, a couple from Brazil, share their passion for carnival as prominent participants in the Bloco da Vida.
Accident between car and motorcycle leaves woman and teenager injured in Volta Redonda
A car and motorcycle accident in Volta Redonda, Brazil, resulted in injuries to a woman and a teenage girl.
Driver loses control and car flips in Volta Redonda
A 62-year-old driver lost control of his car and flipped it over in Volta Redonda, Brazil, due to brake failure.
Volta Redonda opens registrations for the 'University Passport' class
Volta Redonda is accepting applications for its 'University Passport' program, which offers a free preparatory course for Brazil's national high school exam, the Enem.
'In Rio Sul, preserving becomes a marchinha!' wins the 8th edition of the Rio Sul Marchinhas Festival
'In Rio Sul, preserving becomes a marchinha!' has been crowned the champion of the Rio Sul Marchinhas Festival.
Man is arrested with drugs in Volta Redonda
A man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, with 1.2 kg of skunk and ecstasy pills on October 10.
Three men are arrested with 12 kg of cocaine in Volta Redonda
Three men were arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, with 12 kg of cocaine believed to be part of a drug shipment intended for nearby Barra Mansa.
Teenager Found Dead in Volta Redonda
A 15-year-old boy was discovered dead on Monday, November 9, in Volta Redonda, Brazil, after going missing the previous day.
Volta Redonda's Hemonucleus Launches Special Campaign Before Carnival
The Hemonucleus in Volta Redonda, Brazil, has intensified its blood donation campaign ahead of Carnival to bolster reserves due to increased demand during the holiday period.
Man arrested for violating protective order in Volta Redonda
A 43-year-old man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, for violating a protective order after allegedly assaulting a woman and preventing her from leaving a vehicle.