Feb 23 • 01:52 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

Former model arrested in Florianópolis on suspicion of drug trafficking

Former international model Álvaro Jacomossi Júnior was arrested in Florianópolis on charges of drug trafficking.

Álvaro Jacomossi Júnior, a former international model, was apprehended by Santa Catarina Civil Police in Florianópolis for allegedly trafficking drugs. The arrest took place in the Barra da Lagoa area, known for upscale beach parties, where he is suspected of providing drugs at luxury events. Reports indicate that this is not his first encounter with the law; he has a history of legal troubles dating back to 2012 when he was arrested for a gun incident in Rio de Janeiro.

The police's investigation into Jacomossi intensified when he managed to evade capture during a recent operation that was aimed at executing multiple search warrants. Following the escalation in scrutiny, police reportedly discovered drug portions in a hideout near the popular beach of Joaquina, indicative of his continued involvement in illegal activities. Jacomossi's attorney has indicated a pending statement but has yet to provide any comments regarding the arrest or the circumstances surrounding it.

The implications of this case extend beyond Jacomossi's personal legal troubles, as it raises concerns about drug trafficking networks operating within high-profile social settings in Brazil. The culture of luxury parties and celebrity involvement in drug-related offenses paints a troubling picture of the intersection between fame and crime, highlighting the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in urban Brazilian areas.

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