On Friday, September 20, a man was arrested in Belém's Ver-o-Peso market for the crimes of contempt and resistance according to the Military Police. This incident quickly escalated into public outrage, as local vendors and bystanders expressed their anger at the arrest, arguing that the man was simply a worker and that the circumstances surrounding his detention were unfair. Video footage captured by witnesses shows the crowd shouting support for the man while he was being taken into custody.

The Military Police stated that the arrest occurred after the man allegedly insulted and attempted to assault the officers who were conducting their operations at the market. They reported that the use of progressive force was necessary to detain the individual and transport him to the local police station. This type of enforcement action, especially in a public place, often raises questions about police conduct, particularly when community members perceive injustice or excessive force being used.

In an official note, the Civil Police confirmed that a Circumstantial Occurrence Term (TCO) was filed against the man for his actions. The incident has ignited discussions around policing practices in public markets and the treatment of local vendors by authorities, highlighting the ongoing tension between law enforcement and the community in Belém, particularly in areas where informal work is prevalent.