In a significant law enforcement operation, two individuals suspected of belonging to the Comando Vermelho criminal faction were shot dead after a confrontation with military police at a mining area within the Parque Nacional do Juruena in Nova Bandeirantes, Brazil. The police were conducting patrols to respond to reports of illegal mineral extraction and the faction's activities in the area, known for its involvement in extortion and drug trafficking. During the police operation, the suspects fled on a motorcycle but subsequently fled on foot and took refuge in a wooden house.

The police reported that, while attempting to escape, the suspects fired at the officers who were pursuing them, leading to a violent exchange of gunfire. In the aftermath, the two suspects were discovered with injuries yet still alive. Given the challenging terrain and difficult access to the area where the incident occurred, the responding officers provided first aid before transporting the injured suspects to the Municipal Hospital of Nova Bandeirantes for further medical attention.

This clash underscores the ongoing issues related to criminal organizations like Comando Vermelho operating in remote regions of Brazil, where activities such as illegal mining contribute to not only environmental degradation but also exacerbate crime, including drug trafficking and extortion. The incident highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating organized crime in Brazil's expansive and difficult-to-navigate regions.