Feb 26 • 13:24 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Duo Suspected of Being Part of Gang That Steals Houses in the Interior is Arrested in Greater São Paulo

Two men were arrested in Carapicuíba, São Paulo, suspected of being part of a gang specialized in residential burglaries.

On Wednesday, two men aged 27 and 29 were arrested in Carapicuíba, São Paulo, as part of an investigation into a gang accused of stealing from houses in Capivari, São Paulo. The operation, dubbed 'Payback,' led by the Civil Police of Capivari, resulted in search and seizure warrants executed at the suspects' residence, where a variety of stolen items were recovered, including electronic devices, high-value items, ammunition, watches, and R$ 5,000 in cash. Victims from the burglaries were able to recognize their belongings, which provided critical evidence for the police. The two men were apprehended in the act and face charges of receptation, possession of firearms, and organized crime. The police investigation revealed that the gang had a specific division of tasks and operated across various municipalities in the Greater São Paulo area, employing tactics to bypass security systems in homes. The arrest highlights ongoing issues with residential crime in urbanized areas, showing an organized approach to burglary that poses risks to local residents. With tech-savvy criminals finding ways to subvert alarm systems and security measures, law enforcement faces heightened challenges in protecting communities. This case underscores the importance of vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement and citizens to curb such organized criminal activities.

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