Feb 12 • 14:45 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

VIDEO: Criminals invade pharmacy and steal weight loss medications in MG

Three suspects broke into a pharmacy in Pouso Alegre, MG, Brazil, stealing weight-loss medications in a targeted burglary.

In a shocking incident in Pouso Alegre, Minas Gerais, three men were caught on video breaking into a pharmacy to steal weight-loss medications. According to the Military Police, the suspects forcefully entered the establishment around 3:45 AM by shattering the main glass door. This break-in appears to be a well-planned theft, as they directly targeted specific products rather than indiscriminately searching the pharmacy.

Footage from the scene reveals one suspect, dressed in dark clothing with his face concealed, smashing the entrance before two accomplices joined him. Once inside, the group immediately directed their efforts to accessing the cash register and a refrigerator that housed the sought-after weight-loss medications. Their swift actions indicate a clear intention to execute the burglary efficiently, suggesting familiarity with the store layout and inventory.

The implications of such a crime are significant, not only for the local community feeling the immediate impact of the theft but also for public safety concerns surrounding organized crime targeting pharmacies. This incident raises alarms about the security measures in place at such establishments and the potential for similar crimes against businesses in the area. The police are currently investigating the situation, seeking to apprehend the suspects and prevent future incidents of this kind.

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