Erenildo Monteiro Campos, a 38-year-old man, was killed during a police operation in Esperança, Paraíba on October 10, which targeted drug trafficking and armed robberies involving explosives. According to the Civil Police, Campos allegedly reacted violently during the police approach, leading to the confrontation that resulted in him being shot.

Despite being taken to the local hospital for treatment, Campos succumbed to his injuries shortly after the confrontation. The operation, initiated by the police due to his suspected involvement in criminal activities, reflects ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in the region. Officers on the scene confiscated a firearm and illegal drugs from Campos, which were sent for legal processing.

This incident highlights the risks faced by law enforcement in Brazil as they tackle organized crime, and raises questions about the escalation of violence in operations against drug dealers. The involvement of explosive materials in robberies in the region underlines the seriousness of the threat posed by such criminal networks to public safety.