Feb 7 • 18:58 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Young man with 'La Casa de Papel' mask arrested in Caracaraí for violating precautionary measure

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Caracaraí, Brazil, for leaving Boa Vista without judicial authorization while wearing a mask associated with criminal activities.

On the night of Thursday (6), a 26-year-old man was arrested in Caracaraí, located in the southern region of Roraima, Brazil. He was apprehended for violating a court-imposed precautionary measure by leaving the city of Boa Vista without the necessary legal authorization. The young man, who was under judicial supervision, became suspicious when he saw the approaching police vehicle and attempted to flee into a nearby wooded area. However, he was soon caught and detained by the police officers on duty.

The individual has a criminal history, including records for robbery, two thefts, and drug use, although he claimed to the authorities that he had never been arrested before. During the arrest, police found him wearing a mask from the popular television series "La Casa de Papel" (Money Heist), which is often associated with criminal undertones. Despite the ominous symbolism of the mask, no other illegal items were discovered in his possession or in the immediate area.

Following his arrest, the young man was transported to the Division of Security and Capture (DICAP) in Boa Vista, where he will remain subject to further judicial proceedings. This incident highlights ongoing issues with compliance to judicial mandates in Brazil, particularly among individuals with prior criminal records who may engage in troubling behavior despite existing legal constraints.

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