A 42-year-old tourist from Santa Catarina was arrested for racial discrimination after he verbally assaulted two female staff members at a booth during the Carnival festivities in Salvador. The incident occurred on Saturday, February 14, when the man directed racist slurs, calling the women 'blacks,' 'monkeys,' and 'slaves'. This kind of behavior highlights the ongoing issues of racism in Brazilian society, particularly in public celebrations where such acts can tarnish the festivities.

The civil police were alerted to the situation and the suspect was swiftly identified by the booth staff. With the assistance of the military police, he was taken into custody and is now under investigation by the Specialized Police Station for Combating Racism and Religious Intolerance (Decrin). The swift response reflects an increasing awareness and intolerance for racist behavior in public spaces, particularly in events as significant as Carnival, which draws visitors from across Brazil and around the world.

In a statement, the booth organization condemned the tourist's actions and expressed solidarity with the affected employees. They also announced that they had canceled other tickets purchased by the suspect and prohibited him from future participation in their events. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing and combating racism and discrimination in all forms, particularly in culturally rich settings like Brazilian Carnival, where inclusivity and respect should be paramount.