Mar 3 • 20:50 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Couple arrested for drug trafficking and the sale of fake medical certificates in Santo Antônio de Posse

A couple was arrested in Santo Antônio de Posse, São Paulo, for drug trafficking and the sale of fake medical certificates following a police operation.

On Tuesday, November 3rd, the Civil Police of São Paulo arrested a 45-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man in Santo Antônio de Posse on charges of drug trafficking, forgery of medical certificates, and receiving stolen goods. The arrests were part of a coordinated operation with the Municipal Guard, executing search warrants at two different locations in the neighborhood known as Rua José Ciluzzo.

During the operation at the first location on Rua Jorge Tibiriçá, police found no illicit items or evidence relevant to the investigation. However, at the second address in Rua José Ciluzzo, they discovered illegal narcotics, a significant amount of cash, a precision scale, a mobile phone, and various counterfeit documents. The suspects were present at the property at the time and were apprehended on the spot for drug trafficking and the use of false documents.

This incident highlights the ongoing issues with drug-related crime and forgery in the region and underscores the efforts of local law enforcement to crack down on such illegal activities. The involvement of the Municipal Guard in the operation indicates a collaborative approach to law enforcement in addressing crime in communities like Santo Antônio de Posse, emphasizing the importance of community safety and legal adherence.

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