On the morning of Thursday, October 12, the Civil Police of Pernambuco initiated Operation 'Take Back Control,' resulting in the arrest of six individuals linked to homicide and drug trafficking in Barra de Guabiraba, a municipality in the state's Agreste region. The operation involved the execution of four search warrants and took place amid ongoing conflicts between rival groups competing for drug sales in the area. Under the direction of Delegate Bruno Gabriel, head of the 102nd Police Circumscription of Barra de Guabiraba, the operation is part of a broader investigation that commenced in 2026, aimed at addressing crimes associated with drug trafficking control in the city. The conflict has been marked by violence and an increase in homicides related to drug disputes. A total of 25 civil and military police officers participated in this operation, highlighting the scale of the effort to dismantle drug trafficking networks and restore order in Barra de Guabiraba. The arrests and ongoing investigations signal a significant step in the law enforcement's strategy to combat organized crime and enhance community safety in Pernambuco.