Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho, popularly known as Mancha, was arrested in Santa Cruz de La Sierra, Bolivia, by the Federal Police and the Civil Police of Minas Gerais on Sunday (15). He was wanted by the Brazilian Justice for his involvement in drug trafficking and organized crime, with an arrest warrant issued by Minas Gerais authorities. His name also appeared on the Ministry of Justice and Public Security's Program Captura, which catalogs priority fugitives.

The authorities revealed that Carvalho faces multiple charges, including international drug trafficking, interstate trafficking, money laundering, and participation in organized crime. The arrest marks an important development in ongoing efforts to combat drug-related offenses in the region, emphasizing the collaborative work between Brazilian authorities and their counterparts in Bolivia to apprehend individuals involved in transnational crime.

After legal proceedings are completed, Carvalho is expected to be transferred back to Minas Gerais, where he will remain at the disposition of justice. This case underscores the complexities of handling drug trafficking operations that often span across borders and involve organized networks, highlighting the necessity for international cooperation in law enforcement.