Álvaro Jacomossi Júnior, a former international model, was arrested on a beach in Florianópolis on Saturday, suspected of supplying drugs at high-end parties. The Brazilian Civil Police stated that they had been monitoring him since the morning when he was spotted at the beach with his partner, leading to his apprehension at Barra da Lagoa. This arrest comes after Jacomossi had previously escaped from the police during a raid in February, where he jumped out of a window and hid in a nearby forest after law enforcement arrived on the scene.

The police revealed that Jacomossi has a history of violent behavior and has a record of fleeing from law enforcement in prior encounters. Notably, in 2012, he was arrested after firing shots in a condominium in Rio de Janeiro, indicating a pattern of criminal conduct. Authorities are taking measures to ensure he remains in custody this time as they continue to investigate his connections to the drug trade in the region and past incidents.

The case has garnered attention due to Jacomossi's previous fame as a model, particularly given his connections to other celebrities, including his former marriage to model Isabeli Fontana. This incident highlights ongoing issues with drug trafficking in Brazil, particularly in tourist areas, and raises questions about the challenges law enforcement faces in combating such crimes among high-profile individuals. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are attempting to contact Jacomossi's legal defense for further comment.