In a disturbing incident in Boa Vista, Roraima, a 67-year-old retiree was taken hostage by two armed men after they entered his home when his wife stepped out to dispose of the garbage. The men threatened the retiree and forced him into his own car, commencing a harrowing ordeal as they drove him around the city's neighborhoods. The crime began in the Equatorial neighborhood of the capital, highlighting the risks faced by civilians in the region.

During the time the retiree was held captive, he was forced to drive through various areas, including Alvorada, before being returned to the Equatorial neighborhood where the suspects exited the vehicle and fled on foot. The police report details that throughout this traumatic experience, the suspects communicated via phone with third parties, who seemed to pressure the assailants to ensure that the retiree would not be harmed. Fortunately, after this tense situation, the victim was released unharmed.

This incident raises significant concerns about public safety in Boa Vista, where violent crime remains an issue. The involvement of armed individuals in targeting vulnerable citizens, such as retirees, underscores the broader challenges that law enforcement faces in addressing crime in urban areas. The local police, particularly the Military Police of Roraima, responded to the case, but the need for increased security measures and community awareness is highlighted to prevent similar incidents in the future.