In Santa Bárbara, Bahia, a restaurant employee was arrested on Sunday for allegedly stealing more than R$ 120,000 from the establishment. The arrest was made in flagrante, meaning the suspect was caught in the act. Authorities quickly processed the case, leading to a custody hearing on Tuesday where the court decided to grant the employee provisional release, contingent upon compliance with specific cautionary measures.

The court's measures include regular appearances before a judge to report on the individual's activities, restrictions on visiting certain locations, and prohibitions against contacting identified persons associated with the case, such as potential victims or witnesses. Moreover, the employee is required to stay within the jurisdiction without judicial permission and is subject to house arrest during night hours and on days off, provided he can prove residency.

This incident raises questions about security and employee integrity within the restaurant industry in Brazil. The theft's substantial amount signals possible underlying issues in employee management and operational oversights, prompting restaurant owners to reassess their security protocols and employee monitoring systems to prevent such incidents in the future.