The Civil Police of Paraguaçu Paulista, São Paulo, executed a search and seizure warrant on the home of a man suspected of loan sharking and confiscated more than 200 credit and social benefit cards. These included cards linked to various individuals, as well as programs such as Bolsa Família and Auxílio Emergencial. In addition to the cards, checks and promissory notes were also seized, which were believed to be used as collateral for illicit loans.

The suspect was taken to the police station for questioning and subsequently released. He is under investigation for potential crimes including loan sharking, extortion, and possible money laundering. As investigations proceed, authorities are focused on identifying the victims involved and assessing the full scope of the illicit activities connected to this individual.

This operation highlights ongoing issues related to financial crimes in Brazil, particularly in the context of social welfare programs. The seizure of such a high number of benefit cards raises concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable populations, and the authorities are determined to unravel the extent of this network of exploitation and fraud.