A clandestine junkyard owner in Birigui, São Paulo, was arrested for receiving stolen bicycles after police discovered several bikes and parts at his facility. When questioned, the 27-year-old suspect claimed that the bicycles were legal but failed to provide any receipts to substantiate his claim. The police uncovered three bicycles, multiple bicycle frames, and a collection of new and used copper wires that were displayed for sale at the site.

The arrest came as a result of an investigation by the Civil Police, who found compelling evidence of the operation's illegality. The suspect was taken into custody in the act of receiving the items, which have now been confiscated as evidence. Authorities are treating this incident seriously; if convicted, the suspect faces a potential prison sentence ranging from three to eight years, in addition to a monetary fine for the crime of qualified receptation, which involves receiving stolen property.

The operation highlights ongoing issues related to theft and illicit trade in bicycles, raising concerns about the broader implications of such criminal activities in the region. Law enforcement is expected to continue monitoring junkyards and other similar establishments to prevent further incidents of this nature, ensuring that the flow of stolen goods is curtailed in order to protect the community from crime.