Adilson Oliveira Coutinho, a prominent figure in Rio de Janeiro's illegal gambling, known as Adilsinho, has been transferred to a federal prison in Brasília. His transfer occurred on Friday following his arrest the previous day during a joint operation by the Federal Police and the Civil Police. A preventive custody hearing confirmed his ongoing detention after he was transported from the Federal Justice headquarters in Rio to the new facility on a Federal Police airplane.

Adilsinho's criminal history is extensive; he is believed to be one of the key leaders within the illegal gambling network known as jogo do bicho in Rio de Janeiro. Authorities have linked him not only to illegal gambling but also to a spectrum of other crimes that have allegedly enhanced his economic and territorial influence within organized crime circles. This multifaceted criminal profile raises significant concerns regarding public safety and organized crime governance in the region.

The arrest of Adilsinho, along with his security personnel, marks a significant step in ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat organized crime in Brazil. The decision to move him to a federal prison may be indicative of the severity of the charges against him and the danger he poses if held in a state facility. This operation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Brazilian authorities in tackling organized crime, particularly with figures as influential as Adilsinho.