Ewerton Araujo Roque, infamously recognized by his aliases 'Vampirinho' and 'Santista', was apprehended by the police in Itanhaém, São Paulo, where he was allegedly restructuring the operations of the criminal organization Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) following significant arrests in Mato Grosso do Sul. At 30 years of age, he was identified as a key figure in the PCC's hierarchy, specifically as the regional coordinator responsible for overseeing the organization's activities in Mato Grosso do Sul. The arrest took place on September 19 during an operation led by the Delegacia de Investigações Sobre Entorpecentes (Dise), which had been tracking Roque due to his recent movements linked to the PCC, particularly after the disruption of several PCC cells. The police had been conducting a surveillance operation in the Santa Cruz neighborhood of Itanhaém, resulting in the discovery of a drug distribution point connected to Roque's criminal activities. This incident highlights ongoing efforts by Brazilian law enforcement to dismantle organized crime, particularly the PCC, which is known for its violent drug trafficking and expansive network throughout Brazil. The capture of high-profile leaders like 'Vampirinho' poses a significant blow to the organization's operations, but also suggests that the criminal network continues to adapt in response to law enforcement tactics, complicating future efforts to combat drug-related crime in the region.