A 19-year-old man was arrested and two teenagers were apprehended for drug trafficking in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, during a police operation aimed at drug suppression during Carnival.
On Wednesday, March 11, in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, police arrested a 19-year-old man and apprehended two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, for their involvement in drug trafficking. This operation, named 'Operação Folia', was specifically orchestrated to combat drug-related activities in the city during the busy Carnival period. The operation was prompted by intelligence reports and public tips that identified significant drug trafficking activities in the Morro da Fortaleza area.
The police utilized various access points to the area based on thorough analysis conducted by their intelligence sector. Upon entry, they successfully located and arrested the young man who was allegedly involved in drug trafficking. One of the apprehended teenagers was reportedly equipped with a communication radio, which he used to alert others in the area about the police presence, indicating a well-organized operation on their part that highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tackling drug trafficking in such localized settings.
The law enforcement officials seized a variety of drugs during this operation, including two communication radios, several bottles of 'lança-perfume' (a type of drug), ecstasy pills, hashish, and crack cocaine. This significant haul not only underscores the ongoing issue of drug trafficking in Brazil, especially during festive periods like Carnival, but also illustrates the proactive measures taken by the police to address these illegal activities and maintain public safety during times of high social gatherings.
