In Belo Horizonte, during a samba event in the Guarani neighborhood, organizers reported an incident of police brutality when the Military Police (PM) interrupted the festivities. The event, which was approved by local authorities, was interrupted shortly after it began, with police claiming they received noise complaints. Geysa Bedeti, the producer of the event, explained that despite efforts to comply with police requests to lower the music volume, the situation escalated when officers used pepper spray against attendees.

The samba event, known as Deu Meia Noite, was the first of its kind after two years of planning and took place in the early hours of Saturday. Organizers had aimed to create a lively atmosphere for participants to enjoy samba music. However, the police's intervention dampened the celebratory spirit, leading to widespread disappointment among those present. Bedeti indicated that the police not only disrupted the event but also exhibited intimidating behavior towards the organizers and attendees, which raised concerns about the treatment of cultural events by law enforcement.

This occurrence highlights ongoing tensions between cultural expressions and law enforcement in Brazil. The incident also raises questions about the rights of event organizers and the proper conduct of police during public gatherings. In a country where samba is a significant cultural expression, the use of force by the police may provoke further dialogue about the balance between maintaining public order and respecting cultural festivities.