Feb 11 β€’ 12:59 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

PF operation carries out warrants against group suspected of drug trafficking and money laundering

The Federal Police of Brazil executed preventive prison orders and search warrants against a suspected drug trafficking and money laundering group in multiple cities.

On the morning of Wednesday, November 11, the Brazilian Federal Police (PF) executed seven preventive arrest warrants and conducted 19 search and seizure operations during Operation Purgare, which targets a group suspected of interstate drug trafficking, money laundering, and organized crime. Judicial orders were issued by the Criminal Organizations Court of Rio Branco, indicating a significant law enforcement effort that spans multiple states in Brazil, including Acre and ParΓ‘.

The operation not only involved arrests but also included the seizure of three properties, 14 vehicles, and the freezing of financial assets up to R$ 108 million. The PF's investigation uncovered a network responsible for exporting large quantities of narcotics, primarily cocaine, to various regions of Brazil, notably the Northeast and Southeast. During the investigation, authorities seized a shipment of 60 kilograms of cocaine linked to this group, underscoring the gravity of the alleged crimes.

This operation marks a crucial step in Brazil's ongoing battle against organized crime and drug trafficking, highlighting the Federal Police's commitment to combating these persistent issues. With these significant legal actions, the PF aims to disrupt the operations of criminal organizations and mitigate the supply of drugs entering Brazilian communities, thereby protecting public safety and enhancing rule of law throughout the country.

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