A police operation conducted by the Military Police has successfully dismantled a criminal organization suspected of being involved in drug trafficking in Itamarandiba, located in the Vale do Jequitinhonha region of Brazil. During the operation, four men were arrested in the act, and one teenager was apprehended. Intelligence reports indicated that the group was operating in a highly organized manner in the São Geraldo neighborhood, with clearly defined roles, and had even employed a drone to monitor police activity in an effort to evade capture.

The police operation revealed that the organization was actively selling narcotics in public areas, notably near a bar, and utilizing a residential property as a logistical base for drug storage. The intelligence unit's ability to infiltrate and observe the operations of the criminal group was crucial to the effectiveness of the police intervention. Evidence gathered during the operation included the seizure of 429 crack stones, 251 packets of cocaine, bags of marijuana, cellular phones, and the drone that was used for monitoring purposes.

This action not only highlights the innovative methods used by drug traffickers to circumvent law enforcement but also underscores the commitment of local police to addressing serious drug-related issues in their communities. The involvement of minors as lookouts raises significant concerns regarding youth exploitation in these criminal enterprises and emphasizes the need for comprehensive strategies to combat drug trafficking and protect vulnerable populations from becoming involved in such activities.