On the night of Friday, the 31st, military police from CPROEIS arrested two men who were involved in drug trafficking in Iguaba Grande, a region in the lakes of Rio de Janeiro. The patrol team noticed the suspects engaging in a suspicious object exchange and conducted a stop, revealing that the men were in possession of seven pouches of a white substance believed to be cocaine.

One of the individuals arrested was a 36-year-old Egyptian national who had two pouches, and the other was a 50-year-old Brazilian who had five. Upon questioning, the Egyptian claimed he had purchased the drugs from the Brazilian, a statement that was subsequently corroborated by the Brazilian himself. This incident underscores ongoing drug-related issues in the region and reflects the law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking.

The suspects were taken to the 118th Police Station, where further investigations will take place. Such operations are critical in addressing the rising concerns of drug trafficking and associated crimes in Rio de Janeiro, contributing to public safety and community well-being. Efforts like these highlight the role of partnerships between police units in maintaining order in high-risk areas, and continuous vigilance remains essential in tackling drug-related offenses.