In Rancharia, São Paulo, law enforcement conducted a successful operation leading to the seizure of 80 kg of a marijuana derivative referred to as 'dry'. The police discovered the drugs concealed in a false bottom of a trailer during a routine check on the Jorge Bassil Dower highway. The operation took place late Thursday night and involved a significant quantity of narcotics intended for distribution in the local area.

During the operation, dubbed Operation Impact, police officers located the drugs after stopping a semi-trailer truck for inspection. The 37-year-old driver was apprehended on site, signaling an ongoing effort by local authorities to combat drug trafficking and increase public safety in the region. This incident forms part of a broader pattern of drug enforcement that has seen various operations targeting organized crime in São Paulo state.

The seizure is noteworthy not just for its size but also for highlighting the persistence of drug trafficking networks in Brazil. The crackdown on illegal substances, particularly during events like Carnaval, underscores the commitment by law enforcement to disrupt supply chains and prevent the sale of narcotics amongst the youth and festival-goers. With two arrests linked to this case, authorities are keen to further investigate potential connections to larger trafficking operations.