Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', has been arrested in São Paulo and is considered by the Civil Police to be the primary supplier of drugs, particularly cocaine, to the state of Paraíba. His operations reportedly extend to neighboring regions in Pernambuco and Ceará. Chocô, originally from Cajazeiras in Paraíba, moved to São Paulo at a young age and has a significant criminal history in the Southeast of Brazil that dates back to his time in the prison system.

The investigation reveals that while incarcerated in São Paulo, Chocô established connections with various criminal factions operating on a national scale. These connections have enabled him to solidify his position as the largest drug supplier for Paraíba and its adjacent states, further illustrating the intertwining nature of local and national criminal networks. The Paraíba Civil Police highlighted that his criminal enterprise was built upon this extensive network, allowing him to distribute narcotics effectively and maintain a lavish lifestyle.

Moreover, authorities indicated that Chocô was living a life of extreme luxury, which underscores the vast profits generated by his drug trafficking activities. This arrest marks a significant victory for law enforcement in combating drug trafficking in the region and raises important questions about the broader implications of such networks on public safety and societal well-being in both Paraíba and beyond.