Feb 23 • 14:03 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Couple arrested with 29 drug packages hidden inside a wardrobe in Boa Vista

A couple was arrested in Boa Vista, Brazil, after police found 29 packages of drugs hidden in a wardrobe following a patrol and a tip-off from a police dog.

A couple was apprehended by the Military Police in Boa Vista, Brazil, after authorities discovered 29 packages of drugs concealed within a wardrobe during a routine patrol. The suspects included a 28-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, who were in the João de Barro neighborhood when police noticed the male suspect attempting to conceal himself and discard an object into a car as the police vehicle approached.

Upon suspicious behavior, the police proceeded to investigate, leading to the discovery of additional narcotics within the couple's vehicle. The initial findings included a package of cocaine and another containing ecstasy. The woman admitted her romantic involvement with the male suspect, raising further concerns regarding their activities. When questioned about the presence of other drugs, the male suspect consented to a search of their home, which subsequently led to the larger discovery of drugs hidden away.

This event highlights ongoing issues related to drug trafficking in urban areas of Brazil, particularly in regions like Boa Vista, where law enforcement is increasingly utilizing patrols and drug detection canines to combat these illegal activities. The implications of such arrests can extend beyond immediate legal consequences, touching on broader social challenges related to substance abuse and crime in the community.

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