The article highlights the alarming extent of police corruption in Brazil, arguing that serious public security policies are unattainable when parts of the law enforcement structure become complicit with the criminal organizations they are supposed to fight. The recent reports suggest that this corruption has historical roots in the country and is now being exacerbated by new revelations that connect corruption to various branches of government, including the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary.

Specifically, the case of the "Bazaar Operation" in São Paulo, launched by the Public Ministry and the Federal Police, exemplifies the severity of the situation. This operation uncovered a scheme where public officials were bribed to provide protection for a criminal organization involved in money laundering. It was revealed that there were manipulations of legal procedures and destruction of evidence, involving police officers who were supposed to uphold the law. The involvement of investigators and a police chief in unlawful activities raises significant concerns about the integrity of law enforcement in Brazil.

Despite this growing crisis of police corruption, the recently approved PEC da Segurança and the Antifacção project appear to overlook the critical issue of corrupt practices within police forces. The persistent reliance on ineffective measures to combat corruption suggests a need for more robust and effective reforms. Addressing these fundamental issues is essential for fostering genuine public security and restoring trust in law enforcement agencies.