A 17-year-old adolescent was detained on Sunday afternoon in the Solo Sagrado neighborhood of São José do Rio Preto, São Paulo, after being caught with portions of cocaine hidden in his underwear. According to the police report, the teenager fled on foot upon noticing a police vehicle and ran through the streets until officers managed to approach him. During a search, police discovered the drugs as well as cash on his person.

Upon being questioned, the teenager admitted to selling the cocaine, leading to his arrest at the police station where the drugs, cash, and his cellphone were confiscated. The incident raises concerns about drug trafficking in the area, particularly involving minors, and highlights issues surrounding youth involvement in crime. The adolescent was later released to his mother after she signed a commitment term.

The event was recorded as a drug trafficking case, reflecting ongoing challenges in São José do Rio Preto regarding substance abuse and illegal drug distribution. Authorities are likely to continue monitoring this situation to prevent similar occurrences in the future, while community intervention programs may be necessary to address the underlying social issues that contribute to youth drug involvement.