The owner of a beverage depot in Parnaíba was arrested by the Civil Police for allegedly being in possession of over 100 cases of beer that had been stolen from a local supermarket. The incident took place on Friday, when authorities located the stolen items at his establishment. According to the specialized unit investigating crimes against property, the beer was traced back to a theft incident that is undergoing further inquiries.

Initial investigations revealed that a former employee of the supermarket might have aided the perpetration of the theft by providing access to the location where the beers were stored. This connection is currently being explored by law enforcement as they seek to determine the extent of the theft operation and the involvement of additional individuals. The police are keen on uncovering whether more suspects could be implicated in this case, signaling that this incident may have wider implications for local security and business practices.

The beverage depot owner has been taken to the Parnaíba sectional police headquarters where necessary legal procedures are being conducted. This case highlights ongoing issues regarding theft and property crime in the region, prompting heightened concerns from both law enforcement and the community about larger patterns of theft that could affect local businesses. Authorities emphasize the importance of community vigilance in preventing such incidents in the future.