The 3rd Division of Investigations on Criminal Dismantlings, part of the Vehicle and Cargo Theft and Reception Investigations Division (Divecar) of the São Paulo Civil Police, is currently investigating a suspected illegal truck dismantling operation in the Mogi das Cruzes area. On Thursday, police carried out operations aiming to uncover the details surrounding the case, during which they identified a truck accompanied by a car that raised suspicions regarding its involvement in criminal activities.

The Municipal Guard of Mogi das Cruzes has also reported progress in identifying suspicious vehicles linked to recent thefts, utilizing the Smart Mogi monitoring system. They pinpointed a stolen truck and another vehicle of interest during their surveillance. Following this, an operation took place on Miguel Gemma Avenue where authorities stopped these vehicles, leading to the arrest of a man suspected of participating in these criminal activities.

This investigation comes amidst broader efforts by law enforcement to combat vehicle and cargo theft in the region. The ongoing nature of the investigation indicates a proactive approach by the police, emphasizing the seriousness of truck dismantling operations that often contribute to organized crime and vehicle theft rings, thereby affecting community safety and security.