A public hearing convened by the Secretary of State for Environment, Climate, and Sustainability in Brazil aimed to discuss the installation of a landfill in Acará, northeastern Pará, was halted following a major disturbance that erupted during the event. The Public Defender's Office of Pará had previously requested the suspension of the hearing concerning the Central Solid Waste Treatment (CTR) installation, but this request was denied by the Pará Court of Justice, which allowed the hearing to proceed.

The private company Ciclus Amazônia, responsible for the environmental licensing process, expressed regret over the incidents that unfolded at the venue, Gymnasium Dicão. They emphasized that the public hearing is a legally required step in the environmental licensing process and stated that it will be rescheduled to ensure that the community can participate fully in future discussions. Images circulating on social media depict the chaotic scenario, showing clashes involving protesters, security personnel, and military police.

The events indicate a potential rise in public dissent regarding environmental policies and infrastructure projects in the region, highlighting the tension between governmental processes and community concerns. The situation is reflective of broader national discussions in Brazil about environmental issues and the importance of public hearings in infrastructure and development projects, especially in areas of significant environmental interest like the Amazon region.