The Military Police of Amazonas confirmed the discovery of a bomb with considerable destructive potential inside a backpack carried by a man on a bus in downtown Manaus. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning, near a branch of Caixa Econômica Federal on Avenida Epaminondas. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries as a result of this alarming discovery. Major Vitor Moraes, commander of the 24th Community Interactive Company, stated that the explosive device was safely deactivated by the police's Explosive Disposal Team, Marte.

The police apprehended the man, who was also found carrying a knife at the time of his arrest. This prompted law enforcement to conduct a thorough search of the bus where the suspicious package was located, which ultimately confirmed the existence of an explosive device. The area surrounding the bus was promptly cordoned off to ensure public safety while the bomb was neutralized by the specialized unit.

Authorities indicated that the apprehended suspect was taken to the 1st Integrated Police District for further investigation. The situation underscored the importance of vigilance in public spaces and reminded citizens of the potential threats posed by dangerous materials, although the swift response by the police averted what could have been a tragic incident.