On Tuesday, October 17, in Guajará-Mirim, a man was apprehended following a police chase after he attempted to smuggle a vehicle into Bolivia. The incident unfolded when officers from the Border Police Battalion (BPFRON) were conducting routine patrols in the rural areas known for illegal activities. Upon spotting a speeding vehicle, they tried to stop it, but the driver refused to comply, resulting in a pursuit that ended with the vehicle crashing. During the intervention, police discovered that the car was intended for sale in Bolivia, indicating that the attempt to smuggle it was part of a broader organized crime scheme focusing on the illegal transport of vehicles across the border. Law enforcement officials stated that such operations are a growing concern in the region, highlighting the challenges faced in controlling illegal cross-border activities. The authorities seized the vehicle along with a mobile phone, which may provide further leads in the investigation. This incident underscores the ongoing issues of crime at Brazil's borders and the efforts of law enforcement to crack down on illicit trade.