The Public Ministry of Santa Catarina has opened an inquiry into the volunteer program known as Community Safety Agents in Florianópolis. This investigation was prompted by a viral video that shows a group of five volunteers surrounding a homeless man in the city center, one of whom was subsequently removed from the program due to inappropriate behavior. The authorities are particularly focused on the legality of the program's framework and its potential implications for community safety and the rights of individuals in vulnerable situations.

The 12th Public Prosecutor's Office, which deals with public services, has taken up the task of examining the law and decree that instituted this volunteer initiative. The aim is to determine if there are any constitutional or legal irregularities in the establishment of the program, which was sanctioned at the end of the previous year. It allows local residents to volunteer in three different public service areas: the Municipal Guard, Civil Defense, and Regulatory Inspection, raising questions about proper oversight and accountability measures for volunteers engaged in public safety roles.

As the investigation proceeds, there are growing concerns about the implications of allowing civilians to take on such responsibilities, particularly in terms of their treatment of vulnerable populations. The municipality confirmed that the volunteer removed from the program made derogatory comments and threatened the homeless man in the video, leading to public outcry and calls for a reevaluation of how such volunteer programs are administered and monitored to ensure they meet legal and ethical standards.