A 39-year-old man was apprehended by the Civil Police in the central region of Piracicaba, São Paulo, on Thursday, during an operation named 'Operação Fé Pública.' The arrest occurred following a tip-off, with officers catching him as he arrived on a motorcycle to deliver a fraudulent medical certificate. According to police reports, the suspect admitted to forging the document at a local internet café shortly before his arrest and acknowledged that he was selling each certificate for R$ 70, although he refused to disclose the identity of the buyer.

The operation highlighted the growing concerns over falsified documents and the potential risks they pose to public health and safety. Medical certificates are often required for various purposes, including employment verification, and fraudulent certificates could undermine trust in legitimate medical practices. The police have suggested that their investigation may lead to further arrests as they continue to probe the potential network involved in the production and distribution of fake certificates.

This incident underscores the ongoing issue of document fraud in Brazil, prompting authorities to intensify their efforts in combating such illegal activities. It suggests a need for stricter enforcement and better public awareness regarding the validity of medical documentation, as well as the legal consequences for those who engage in or facilitate the sale of fraudulent documents.