On January 18, two men reportedly assaulted tourists visiting the Museum of the Amazon (Musa) in Manaus. The incident took place around 6:30 PM, when several visitors were confronted by the assailants, two of whom were armed. The victims were bound and held in a bathroom while their belongings were taken. One victim, who chose to remain anonymous, shared the harrowing experience of being attacked soon after descending from the museum's observation tower, the main attraction.

The police, specifically the Amazonas Civil Police's Specialized Delegation for Robberies, Thefts, and Fraud (DERFD), conducted an investigation that ultimately led to the arrests on Tuesday, October 10. It is reported that the victims, after being confronted and tied up, were taken to a nearby bathroom where they discovered other victims who had been similarly restrained. While the action of the criminals reportedly lasted approximately 30 minutes, the full number of victims involved has not been disclosed.

This incident raises significant concerns about safety and security in tourist areas in Brazil, particularly in natural and historic sites that are popular among both locals and foreigners. The police's prompt action in apprehending the suspects is a crucial step toward restoring confidence among tourists visiting the region, but the event also underscores the ongoing issues related to crime in tourist hotspots, necessitating ongoing measures to protect visitors.