A police operation conducted by the Military Police of Paraíba targeted criminal factions in the municipality of Itabaiana, resulting in two fatalities and six arrests. The operation, which took place on Thursday, was a response to escalating territorial disputes between two rival factions attempting to expand their control in the region. The violence erupted following orders from a fugitive faction leader, known as "Coroa", who was directing their activities from prison, leading to conflict over local criminal control.

The confrontation started after a rival faction sought to take over the territory following a shift in allegiance within the criminal network. This change was marked by the attempted takeover of local control, which triggered violent reactions from members of the original faction, especially those from other municipalities. The situation rapidly deteriorated, leading to multiple incidents of violence across Itabaiana since the conflict began on Saturday, November 14.

The first recorded homicide in this sequence occurred during a raid on a house, where Alex dos Ramos Cândido was shot and killed. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this murder as part of their broader efforts to dismantle these criminal factions and restore order within the community. This operation highlights the ongoing struggle with organized crime in Brazil and the challenges law enforcement faces in addressing such territorial conflicts, which often result in tragic loss of life.