Raffael Amorim de Brito has been transferred from Rio de Janeiro to Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, after being accused of the murder of PM Sergeant Odenil Alves Pedroso. He had been hiding in Complexo do Alemão since January, when he was apprehended during a combined operation involving security forces from both states. The transfer took place on Saturday afternoon, where he landed at the hangar of the Integrated Operations Center (Ciopaer) in Várzea Grande, accompanied by police escort.

Upon arrival, Amorim was taken to the Specialized Homicide and Protection Delegation (DHPP) for questioning. The entire operation was overseen by Mato Grosso's Secretary of Public Security, César Augusto de Camargo Roveri, which highlighted the importance of the case to the local authorities. The presence of both Military and Civil Police provided a heightened security measure during the transfer, ensuring a smooth operation despite the risk associated with transporting a high-profile criminal.

Amorim is implicated in serious criminal activities, and his apprehension underscores ongoing challenges with organized crime in Brazil. The police operation that led to his capture reflects the collaborative efforts of different state security forces in tackling crime, particularly in regions plagued by violence related to drug trafficking and gang activities. His transfer to Mato Grosso is significant as it may lead to further investigations into his criminal network and activities within the state and beyond.