The bell, which was taken during a break-in at the São Bernardo Church in downtown Fortaleza, has been successfully retrieved by law enforcement after a local resident provided a tip on its whereabouts. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, leading to police investigations and community engagement to recover the stolen item.

Local police confirmed that a community member approached their mobile station at Praça da Estação to inform them about the bell's location, which led officers to the site where the bell was found. It took swift action from the police to locate and secure the bell, which was subsequently returned to the church following its retrieval. The event highlights the importance of community involvement in local policing and crime prevention.

The church, situated at the intersection of Senador Pompeu and Pedro Pereira streets, was the subject of a break-in that drew significant local attention. A video captured shortly after the crime indicates the disturbance caused by the incident, illustrating the community's response and the role of law enforcement in restoring peace and security in the area. The endeavor by police not only restored the property to the church but also underscored the collaboration between citizens and authorities in addressing local crime.