Police in São Paulo, dressed as characters from 'Despicable Me', arrested four suspects involved in theft and drug trafficking during Carnival festivities.
During the Carnival celebrations in São Paulo, police officers disguised as 'Minions' and Gru from the animated film 'Despicable Me' made notable arrests of individuals suspected of theft and drug trafficking. On the night of February 15, two women were arrested in the Republic area after being caught in the act of stealing a cellphone from a participant in the festivities. The stolen device was promptly recovered and returned to its owner, demonstrating the police's commitment to ensuring public safety during the vibrant Carnival period.
On February 16, another woman was apprehended in the Santa Cecília neighborhood with ten stolen cellphones in her possession. These devices are now under analysis to trace their original owners, highlighting the continued efforts by law enforcement to curb theft during this high-traffic event where many citizens gather to celebrate. Such incidents underline the opportunistic nature of crime during large public gatherings, which police are actively working to address.
Additionally, on the same day, a man was arrested for drug trafficking at Parque Ibirapuera, one of São Paulo's iconic parks.Authorities confiscated a cellphone, a card machine, and 54 cigarettes believed to be marijuana. The police's proactive measures during the Carnival festivities underscore the challenges posed by crime in crowded urban environments, and their actions reflect a broader strategy to ensure the safety of revelers while managing the risks associated with major public celebrations.
