A troubling incident occurred in downtown Florianópolis, where five men identified as volunteers from the newly created Community Security Agents program encircled a homeless individual sitting on a bench with his belongings. The situation escalated when one of the volunteers was recorded shouting aggressive remarks at the man, including threats of forcibly removing him from the area. This interaction has sparked outrage, particularly given the derogatory language used by the volunteer, who referred to the homeless individual as a 'vacilão,' which can be translated as a fool or slacker.

The case was brought to the attention of the Public Ministry of Santa Catarina (MPSC) by local councilman Leonel Camasão of the PSOL party. After receiving this report, the MPSC announced that it would investigate the matter, focusing on issues related to administrative morality. A meeting is scheduled with the city government to seek further clarifications regarding the actions of these volunteers and the oversight of such community programs in dealing with vulnerable populations.

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding homelessness in urban centers, particularly in Brazil, where local governments often struggle with how to manage public spaces while addressing the needs of the homeless community. The involvement of volunteers in a security role raises questions about the appropriateness and effectiveness of such measures, particularly when they lead to confrontational situations rather than compassionate responses.