The Civil Police of Pernambuco executed 'Follow The Money' operation on Wednesday, aimed at dismantling a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and money laundering in the Sertão region. This comprehensive operation was coordinated by the 23rd Sectional Delegacy and involved 60 civil police officers, including detectives, agents, and clerks, reflecting a substantial law enforcement effort to combat organized crime in the area.

Investigations commenced in March 2022, led by the Integrated Interior Directorate II with support from the Intelligence Directorate of the Civil Police of Pernambuco and the Technology Laboratory against Money Laundering. The operation reflects ongoing tactical initiatives to target organized criminal groups, emphasizing the importance of intelligence and technology in modern policing, particularly in tackling complex financial crimes associated with drug trafficking.

Such operations are critical not only for apprehending suspects but also for disrupting larger syndicates that engage in illicit activities. By focusing on money laundering, authorities aim to undermine the financial foundations of these criminal networks, which may have far-reaching implications for the security and stability of the Sertão region as well as efforts to combat drug-related crime more broadly in Brazil.