zerohora.clicrbs.com.br reported on June 2, 2013 that in Rio Grande do Sul, adolescent involvement in drug trafficking has significantly increased by 192% between March 2008 and March 2013; from 51 to 149 teenagers. The typical age is between 15 and 16-years old. According to experts, the increase is related to the drug market thriving in poor communities. Traffickers target adolescents to not only sell drugs but to commit murders of other traffickers in rival groups. As a dangerous occupation, drug trafficking may become the leading cause for adolescents to be hospitalized. Today, it is second in line to that of theft. Adolescents become involved in dug trafficking due to social segregation and bullying. Read Article
Terra reported on June 1, 2013 that the Civil Police of Rio Grande do Sul, detained a 26-year old man and a 28-year woman accused of selling synthetic drugs at raves in Porto Alegre. The arrest was a result of “Operation End Party”; a three-month investigation to patrol illegal activity in the area. Police seized […]
dm.com.br reported on June 2, 2013 that President Dilma requested her staff quickly implement a “pacification” operation in areas of conflict between Indians and farmers in Mato Grosso do Sul. Together, Dilma and her staff will examine the many disputes occurring in these indigenous regions. A dialogue will be held between government officials and small […]
alagoas24horas.com.br reported on June 1, 2013, that a German tourist was shot in the Rocinha favela in the city of Rio de Janeiro. According to UPP officers, the German tourist and his friend visited the Christ the Redeemer statue and then decided to tour the favela. An armed man in an alley surprised the two […]
Terra reported on May 31, 2013 that the Civil Police of Rio Grande do Norte ended “Operation Elefante Branco” (White Elephant) after arresting 40 suspects accused of supplying drugs from Ceará to Rio Grande do Norte. Police discovered that the gang conducted all purchases, sales, and distributions of the drugs between inmates from within prisons […]
jb.com.br reported on May 31, 2013 that after seizing the main construction site of the hydroelectric plant of Belo Monte in Pará for four days, a group of Indians have agreed to travel to Brasilia on June 5 to meet and discuss with government representatives to decide the relocation of Indians away from the construction […]
londrina.odiario.com reported on May 31, 2013 that the Battalion Border Police confiscated more than R$ 21 million in smuggled goods over the past 10 months. The commander of the battalion states all seizures do not only reflect the success of combating illegal activity in the areas of Paraná, but of areas all over the country, […]
Globo reported on May 30, 2013 that the National Police Force and Homicide Division in Maceio arrested a suspect known as “Monster” in Favela Mundaú. Cristiano Silva dos Santos, who goes by the name “Monster”, is accused of viciously murdering at least 20 people in the favela. Other members of his gang have been detained. […]
rondoniadinamica.com reported on May 30, 2013, that on Tuesday (28) the Federal Police arrested two Portuguese travelers at the Porto Velho airport for smuggling 4 kilos of cocaine hydrochloride strapped to their bodies. The couple traveled to Rondônia to purchase cocaine in Bolivia to sell in Vigo, Spain. Read Article
Globo reported on May 30, 2013, that five people were detained and three minors were seized during an operation to patrol drug trafficking activity and homicides in the city of Goiás, Pernambuco. The operation, conducted by civil and military police, confiscated four guns, three 38 revolvers, and a 12 gauge shotgun. As well, 82 bags […]
Globo reported on May 29, 2013 that a 43-year old math teacher was arrested and accused for raping three students in a state school in Cuiabá. The Specialized Police to Defend the Rights of the Child and Adolescent report that the three victims; 8, 10, and 13, were sexually abused in the basement of the […]
opovo.com.br reported on May 30, 2013, that the federal police yesterday (29) engaged in the largest drug seizure of this year in Ceará. More than 700 kg of drugs were confiscated in two trucks on the BR-116 in Fortaleza. As well, police seized artifact arson used for explosion in case of a police checkpoint. The […]
epocanegocios.globo.com reported on May 29, 2013 that the vice president of the United States, Joseph Biden, will commence his visit to Brazil in Rio de Janeiro, during a three-day stay in the country. Biden will meet with President Dilma and other officials to discuss topics including a strengthened partnership in energy, development projects in the […]
Globo reported on May 28, 2013 that in nine days, the Institute of Environmental Protection of the Amazonas will charge more than R$ 4 million fines for a mission designed to patrol and combat illegal logging in Amazonas. Violators found transporting three thousand pieces of wood were fined R$ 4.737. Other incidents of environmental crime […]
Globo reported on May 28, 2013 that the Civil Police of São Paulo are investigating posted photos of adolescents posing with guns and drugs on social networks such as Facebook and Orkut. Police suggest this has become a new trend predominantly in the poor communities of large Brazilian cities. Lawyer Victor Haikel claims that such […]
Globo reported on May 27, 2013 that “Operation Cunhatã” arrested the tenth suspect accused of sexually exploiting indigenous girls in São Gabriel da Cachoeira, Amazonas. According to the federal police, the last suspect detained is a professor at a state school. Research shows that 30 indigenous girls between the age of 10 and 16 were […]
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Globo reported on May 27, 2103, the end of “Operation Barriers” which was designed to increase security in the streets of Manaus as well as combat drug trafficking and illegal possession of weapons. Started this past Friday, the operation closed 48 bars, confiscated 36 vehicles, and detained 19 suspects. The Public Security Bureau of Amazonas […]
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tribunadonorte.com.br reported on May 28, 2013 that the Specialized Police in Narcotics released results of “Operation Alma Doente” (Sick Soul), which was intended to combat a drug trafficking organization in Natal and other areas in the state, Rio Grande do Norte. The organization has high active involvement in the drug trade in the state as […]
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noticias.r7.com reported on May 28, 2013, an ongoing debate in Brazil about rape in relation to class division and gender. The current debate circulates around whether Brazilian authorities are more occupied and concerned in defending the privileged and protecting the international reputation of Rio, rather then concern for protecting women. Ongoing rapes in Rio have […]
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On May 27, 2013, Globo reported that President Dilma announced on her radio program “Breakfast with the President”, that with current the construction of six old and new stadiums to host the Confederations Cup this year as well as the World Cup in 2014, Brazil has the capability to host the best World Cup in […]
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On May 27, 2013, Globo reported that a shooting occurred at the “Run for Peace” street race in the Alemão favela in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (26). The shooting lasted about five minutes and shots were fired prior to commencement of the event. A spokesperson stated 2,300 people registered for the race while only […]
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ebc.com.br reported on May 27, 2013 that Operation-Vereda Hinterland conducted by one hundred federal police officials this morning, worked to remove a criminal organization in Minas Gerais, accused of misusing public resources. The Federal Police report such illegal activity included businessmen, civil servants, and politicians diverting resources from specific funds such as for road maintenance. […]
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noticias.r7.com reported on May 24, 2013 that dozens of Brazilian companies discussed at the Business Roundtable Brazil-Peru meeting, strategies to increase future trade relations with Peru. Such measures include increasing Peruvian exports to Brazil. Brazilian ambassador; Lazary Texeira, stated that for long-term goals to be successful, Peruvian companies must be willing to invest and sell […]
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On May 24, 2013, Globo reported that according to a study by the Federal University of São Paulo, Brazil is considered the number one consumer of crack worldwide. The study reveals that about one million users live with their families and the number could potentially double, if considering the addicts who live on the streets. […]
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Globo reported on May 25, 2013 that President Dilma attended the 50th anniversary celebration of the African Union. In Ethiopia, President Dilma met with Ethiopian Prime Minister, Hailemariam Desalegn, to sign acts of bilateral cooperation in income transfer, air services, education, science and technology, as well as agricultural development. According to Dilma, Brazil wants to […]
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Globo reported on May 23, 2013 the first joint action by the Brazilian Air Force and the Federal Police to use drones to help monitor crimes in Paraná, alongside the border with Paraguay. With infrared cameras and thermal sensors, police can locate drugs in cars and boats from above; a more helpful way to track […]
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Lainformacion.com reported on May 23, 2013 that Paraguay has destroyed 26 tons of marijuana in the early stages of an operation called, “Nueva Alianza IV” (New Partnership IV). The Anti-drug Secretariat of Paraguay (Senad) said that the operation began on Wednesday in an effort to eradicate crops and marijuana collection centers in the wooded areas […]
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On May 23, 2013, Globo reported that a Civil Police operation in Toledo, Brazil, arrested 24 people for involvement in drug trafficking. Chief delegate Antonio Donizete Botelho, stated that investigations revealed that several individuals had a connection of buying marijuana and cocaine from Paraguay to sell in the region and in other cities in Paraná. […]
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otempo.com.br reported on May 22, 2013 that Police Military official, Sergeant Alexander Lourenco da Silva who was arrested and imprisoned since March 8, is accused of raping seven women and attempting to abuse another two in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. The decision, released on Wednesday, sentenced the suspect to 101 years, five months, and 12 days […]
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Terra reported on May 22, 2013 that Brazil will host the upcoming 2013 World Health Organization conference to discuss the need for increased availability and distribution of foreign doctors and specialists in countries in need of professionals. The conference will be held in Recife, Brazil. Brazil was chosen as the host after leading the discussion […]
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Globo reported on May 23, 2013, that according to a BBC survey conducted between December 2012 and April 2013, there is a growing negative influence of Brazil in the world. The survey reported that Brazil’s negative perception in the world increased from 18% to 21%. In addition, the survey reported that only an average of […]
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ultimosegundo.ig.com.br reported on May 22, 2013 that executive director of Amnesty International; an international non-governmental organization dedicated to monitoring and protecting human rights, criticized the use of torture and excessive force by Brazilian police as a means to combat the rise in crime in 2012. The executive director stated that Brazil’s history was based on […]
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ebc.com.br reported on May 21, 2013 that Brazilian scientists presented an agenda to Viva Rio; a non-governmental organization, to decriminalize the use of drugs as well as adopt more open-minded policies towards drug users. This agenda is an attempt to reform drug laws and will be presented to Congress. An issue with the current drug […]
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May 22, 2013- According to lainformacion.com, Paraguayan police arrested 5 members of the Brazilian criminal organization, Comando Vermelho in the Bella Vista Norte zone of the department of Amambay on May 21, 2013. Agents of the Paraguayan National Anti-drug Secretariat (Senad) carried out the arrests with the collaboration of the Paraguayan Military and the Brazilian […]
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On May 21, 2013, Terra reported that there is a collaborative effort between the Prime Minister of Haiti, Laurent Lamothe, and Brazilian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Patriota, to combat human trafficking activity in Haiti. The Brazilian Embassy in Haiti will help make aware and combat human trafficking efforts by “coyote” networks that transport Haitians […]
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acritica.net reported on May 21, 2013 that the soon to be new governor of Paraguay, Pedro Gonzales, will visit Brazil today; May 22, to discuss with the Governor of Mato Gross do Sul, André Puccinelli, issues of industry, commerce, and agriculture. Pedro Gonzales wants to create a free trade zone as well as increase job […]
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noticias.r7.com reported on May 21, 2013 that the state office for Colombian Tourism Promotion, Investment, and Exports launched a tourist campaign in São Paulo, Brazil, called “Colombia, Magic Realism”. The campaign is an attempt to further attract and increase Brazilian tourists to visit Colombia. The event will include businessmen and traders from both countries and […]
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Terra reported on May 21, 2013 that Brazil will help support the Bolivian government combat corruption and transnational organized crime, by providing Bolivia with a technology lab to monitor money laundering. Brazil is the first country to initiate such support to the Bolivian government for this type of criminal activity. According to the Brazilian embassy […]
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Globo reported on May 21, 2013 that a 63-year old suspect was arrested for illegally selling firearms at his home in Barrio Santa Etelvina, Manaus. According to police, the suspect repaired weapons and other services ranging between R$50 and R$200. The suspect did not have a license to sell firearms. Seized at the suspect’s home, […]
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Terra reported on May 21, 2013 that the Criminal Court in Rio de Janeiro held a hearing on Monday about the rape case of a female American tourist inside a van on March 30 of this year in São Gonçalo, Rio . The four suspects who remained silent in court, are charged with rape, robbery, […]
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Globo reported on May 21, 2013, that the Federal Police initiated “Operation Ibira” to combat illegal log companies illicitly removing and selling timber logs from the indigenous area of Alto Rio Guama, Pará. This Indian Reservation is considered the most threatened in the Amazon and has had a history of environmental and land disputes between […]
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On May 21, 2013 Globo reported that a 46-year old drug dealer was arrested in a crack house in Timon for selling drugs. The man was caught and arrested in the bathroom of the house; accompanied by a 13-year old. According to Police, the 13-year old was paid R$20 to have sex with the dealer. […]
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Globo reported on May 20, 2013 that numbers show Brazilian tourists spending more money abroad then in Brazil. Their spending is three times higher than that of foreign visitors in Brazil. Over the past five years, costs by visitors in Brazil increased by 15%, however costs for Brazilian tourists overseas more than doubled. Although there […]
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Globo reported on May 21, 2013 that the Civil Police in Morrinhos, Goiás, arrested this past Monday, seven members of a gang suspected for stealing and adulterating 700,000 liters of milk in seven months. In addition, seven trucks and two vans were confiscated during the arrest. According to police, once suspects stole the milk, the […]
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On May 20, 2013, Globo reported that due to the complicated procedure for foreigners to obtain a work visa in Brazil, the government reduced the number of required documents from fifteen to three; forms that can be filled out and sent over the internet. In addition, work visas; which originally took up to three months […]
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capitalnews.com.br reported on May 20, 2103, Operation Ágata 7; consisting of 25,000 militants to patrol the entire Brazilian border. Numerous government agencies such as the Federal Highway Police, Internal Revenue Service, and the Brazilian Intelligence Agency, will work together in this operation to patrol and combat cross-border crimes such as arms and ammunition trafficking, drug […]
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jornalagora.com.br reported on May 19, 2013 that Brazilian Foreign Minister, Antonio Patriota, and U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry, will meet on Monday, 20, in Washington D.C. to discuss topics such as the world economy, issues pertaining to G-20, and areas in education, science, and technology. Among the issues to be discussed, is the US-Brazil […]
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Globo reported on May 19, 2013 that assistant director of TV Globo, drug traffickers shot Thomaz Cividanes in the foot after mistakenly entering Morro do Dezoito in Rio. According to police, Cividanes entered the favela after a car GPS provided the wrong directions to originally visit street journalist Tim Lopes. Upon entering, and attempting to […]
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On May 19, 2013, Glob reported the Military Police in Rio Claro, Sao Paulo, arrested a 47-year old driver for transporting drugs. The Military Police confiscated 91.6 kg of marijuana and 5.6 kg of cocaine on Sunday after receiving information that a man in his car was selling drugs. The driver confessed to selling drugs […]
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Globo reported on May 20, 2013 that a 33-year old man was detained last weekend for using a school bus in the city of Nova Esperança do Piriá, Pará to transport drugs. The suspect was caught after a complaint about a fight in the vehicle between three teenagers. The police discovered seven “shuttlecocks” of cocaine, […]
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Terra reported on May 20, 2013, that a 46 year-old suspect accused of stealing from the Nossa Senhora da Penha Church in São João de Meriti in the city area of Rio de Janeiro, was arrested. Two other suspects were involved; allegedly stealing R$12,000 in cash from the church. In addition, the suspects stole a […]
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On May 20, 2103, Terra reported that 200,000 new jobs were created in April. President Dilma’s administration, since commencement in January 2011 and April of this year, created more than 4 million new jobs. According to Dilma, the number is impressive when compared to European countries that are still suffering from unusually high unemployment rates. […]
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em.com.br reported on May 17, 2013, a bilateral meeting between Mexican Foreign Minister, Jose Antonio Meade and Brazilian Foreign Minister, Antonio Patriota. The meeting’s agenda is an attempt to promote the unity of state oil companies, Petrobras and Pemex. The two ministers agree that Brazil and Mexico share a high interest in expanding trade relations […]
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Globo reported on May 17, 2013 that four suspects; three sailors and a 14-year old boy, were detained for charges of gang rape in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná. The female victim was 14-years old. The three sailors deny involvement in the rape although they confess they were in the house and witnessed the crime although […]
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On May 17, 2013, Globo reported that at least four suspects were arrested Friday morning for dynamite, gun, and drug possession in Itapoã, Espírito Santo. Suspects are assumed to be involved in drug trafficking and homicides. Upon arrest, police seized one kg of cocaine, marijuana, R$7,000 in cash, and other objects. In addition, the discovered […]
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Globo reported on May 16, 2013, that five suspects were detained for drug trafficking and operating two marijuana plantations in Paulo Ramos, Maranhão. Both plantations in total contained 3,600 marijuana plants. Police burned all plants. All suspects remain in jail awaiting trial.Read Article
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Globo reported on May 17, 2013, five men were detained for drug trafficking activity in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo. The Civil Police report the suspects were part of a larger gang that had been under investigation for six months. The police confiscated 200 kg of marijuana inside one of the suspect’s car on the Anhanguera […]
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On May 16, 2013, Terra reported that the Paulista Civil Police in São Paulo arrested Wednesday evening, a 19-year old boy accused of robbing three companies. The suspect, Lucas Viana da Silva, is accused of robbing a car rental company, a gas station, and a cleaning company. The boy stole about R$20,000. Due to images […]
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Bolivia and Brazil Prepare Anti-Drug Trafficking Operations along the Border El Día reported on May 15, 2013 that Bolivia and Brazil will increase cooperation on anti-drug efforts along their border. At a technical meeting in Santa Cruz, Bolivian Deputy Minister of Social Defense, Felipe Cáceres and Brazilian Secretary of Public Security, Regina Mikal, agreed to […]
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Globo reported on May 16, 2013 that four suspects responsible for the murder of a 31-year old businessman last November were arrested yesterday. The victim was shot at least 4 times in his home in Sorriso, Mato Grosso. Among the four detained, include the wife and father-in-law of the victim. The wife claims she committed […]
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On May 15, 2013, Globo reported a 42-year old American by the name Richard Swanson who planned to walk 16,000 kilometers from Seattle, Oregon to Brazil, died. He was struck by a truck while walking alongside a road in Lincoln City, Oregon. Swanson’s journey to Brazil with a soccer ball at his feet was to […]
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Terra reported on May 16, 2013, that according to Bloomberg Markets magazine, four Brazilian banks have emerged as the strongest in South America. Banks include Santander, Itaú, Bradesco and Banco do Brazil. According to Bruno Rocha; professor of Economics at the Federal University of Minas Gerais, Brazil’s stability, accessibility to change, and its ability to […]
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On May 16, 2012, Globo reported that the civil police arrested four women suspected of drug trafficking for three years in the city of Mari, Paraiba. The police claim the women are part of a larger criminal group made up of 25 members. The group is accused of robberies, drug activity, and committing more than […]
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acritica.uol.com.br reported on May 16, 2013, that three female teenagers; ages 12, 16, and 17, were arrested by the Military Police for selling drugs in Manaus. The teens were charged for drug trafficking and conspiracy. One of the girls reported to receiving between R$200 and R$600 a day for selling drugs. The police confiscated 200 […]
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Terra reported on May 14, 2013, that Brazilian and Bolivian officials met in Santa Cruz to discuss border security concerns. Issues discussed included drug trafficking, human trafficking, and illegal immigrants traveling across the border. Bolivia has become a critical player to Brazil as 60% of the cocaine in Brazil comes from Bolivia. Bolivia is one […]
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Globo reported on May 14, 2013, that a 14-year old boy was detained for stabbing to death his 13-year old girlfriend in New Repartimento, Pará. The murder was due to jealously and the victim was stabbed 15 times. The suspect denied the charge although police claim strong evidence directly leads to his involvement. Read Article
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On May 15, 2013 http://coletivo.maiscomunidade.com reported that the Federal Police launched ‘Operation Freedom’ to take down a gang in the Federal District responsible for trafficking immigrants to Brazil to work in slavery-like conditions. Members of the gang were from Bangladesh and promised high-paid salaries for illegal immigration to Brazil. The police investigation identified many routes […]
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On May 14, 2013, noticias.r7.com reported the Civil Police of the state of São Paulo created a database to track and locate pedophiles in São Paulo. The database includes personal information about the suspect, a photograph, details about the crime and information about the victims. The database is meant to decrease the number of cases […]
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Globo reported on May 15, 2013, that a 48-year old farmer was arrested for growing marijuana among cassava crops in Tupãssi, Paraná. The Military Police found 550 grams of marijuana ready for sale, marijuana seeds, R$1,000 in cash, a shotgun and ammunition. The farmer is accused of drug trafficking activity and illegal possession of a […]
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On May 14, 2013, Globo reported that regional representatives and agents throughout Brazil are meeting in Salvador, Brazil until Thursday (15) to discuss ways to improve strategies to counteract drug trafficking operations in the country. According to the Federal Police, about 400 pounds of drugs was confiscated in Bahia in just the first four months […]
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Globo reported on May 14, 2013 that a 26-year old cowboy was arrested this past Monday (13) for raping and sexually assaulting a 60-year old man with a piece of wood in Paraiba. The suspect entered the man’s house on Sunday and committed the crime. He claimed he was drunk at the time of the […]
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On May 15, 2013, noticias.r7.com reported a study conducted by American and Brazilian researchers who concluded that continued deforestation in the Amazon could reduce the amount of energy produced by hydroelectric plants. Researchers claim the forest is critical in the formation of rivers, which are responsible for turning the turbines. If deforestation continues, energy produced […]
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On Tuesday May 14, 2013, Terra reported the National Council of Justice adopted a resolution to legalize same sex marriage in Brazil although the decision can still be challenged in the Supreme Court. The resolution passed 14 to 1. The President of the Federal Supreme Court, Joaquim Barbosa, stated this decision was an attempt to […]
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On May 13, 2013, Globo reported a 19 and 33-year old man were both arrested in the south zone of Manaus for drug trafficking. The Civil Police found in the car and homes of the suspects, 7 pounds of drugs, three knives, a bulletproof vest, marijuana, oxy, and a 380-caliber pistol among other weapons and […]
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Brazil: 413 pounds of marijuana confiscated in Ponta-Pora Regiaonews.com.br reported on April 8 2013, that the Military State Traffic Police confiscated 413 pounds of marijuana in the Ponta-Pora/Sidrolândia/Campo Grande area. Drug traffickers to transport drugs from Paraguay use this route. A 19-year old teenager on the Ponta-Pora/Campo Grande bus line transported 19 pounds of marijuana. […]
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Brazil: Military Policeman detained trafficking 30 kilos of cocaine in Ponta-Pora On May 10, 2013, Globo reported a military policeman was arrested for trafficking 31.6 kilos of cocaine in Ponta-Pora. The Federal Police report the suspect was still in uniform upon the time of arrest. Cocaine was found in many locations within the suspect’s car. […]
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‘Operation 75’ Arrests 70 Suspects Responsible for Crimes in Sergipe, Brazil Globo reported on May 9, 2013 that ‘Operation 75’ arrested 61 people and seven teenagers accused of committing crimes such as murder, robbery, and drug trafficking in Sergipe, Brazil. ‘Operation 75’ required the use of 500 civilian police and military officials, 210 arrests and […]
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Two Men in Ipatinga, Brazil Detained for Drug Trafficking Activity Globo reported on May 10, 2013 that two men were arrested in Ipatinga, Brazil for allegations of drug trafficking involvement in the region of Minas Gerais. The two suspects were detained after a high-speed car chase. The Military Police seized a pound and a half […]
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Police in Sao Luis, Brazil Arrest Thirty-Five People for Drug Trafficking Globo reported on May 9 2013, that thirty-five people were arrested by the Civil Police to counteract drug trafficking operations in Sao Luis. The operation was part of a greater mission to combat drug trafficking throughout the country. The interdiction in Sao Luis was […]
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Rio Pastor Detained on Rape Charges Globo reported on May 7, 2013 that Marcos Pereira da Silva; pastor at Assembly of God of the Latter Days in Rio de Janeiro, was detained for accusations of raping six women of his church; including his ex-wife. One victim claimed she was raped for eight years by the […]
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16-year-old Accused of Rape Charges on Bus in Rio Odia.ig.com.br reported on May 7, 2013 that the suspect accused of raping a woman on the bus line 369 (Bangu-Carioca) was a 16-year-old boy. The minor turned himself into the police this past Tuesday after residing at his grandmother’s house in Duque de Caxias. His mother […]
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Revistaepoca.globo.com reported on May 8, 2013, the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Sul (RS-MP), initiated Operation Milk Plywood to combat the adulteration of milk by five milk transportation companies transporting about 100 million liters of milk between April 2012 and May 2013. Targeted brands included Italac, Good Taste, Mumu, and Latvida. Eight suspects have […]
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ebc.com.br reported on May 8, 2013, President of Brazil Dilema Rousseff and President of Egypt, Mursi Mouhamed will sign seven documents pertaining to technical, agricultural, social and cultural concerns. Both presidents have reached a cooperative level of agreement as well, to establish a partnership on environmental and health-related issues. In Brazil until May 9, President […]
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Money Laundering in Brazil Money laundering (Portuguese: lavagem de dinheiro) is a prominent financial crime in Brazil. Defined by INTERPOL as “any act or attempted act to conceal or disguise the identity of illegally obtained proceeds so that they appear to have originated from legitimate sources,”[1] money laundering is used by agents of the private […]
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On May 1, 2013, Diário Catarinense reported that the ex-Mayor of Blumenau, Paulo Kleinübing (PSD), was discovered to be linked to a series of telephone calls under the jurisdiction of Operation Black Carpet (Operação Tapete Negro). In the calls, investigators found the Kleinübing ordered his Public Works Secretary, Alexandre Brollo, in a July 5, 2012 […]
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On April 30, 2013, the Brazilian Federal Highway Police reported that it arrested a man near Ourinhos, in the state of São Paulo, on the Trans-Brazilian Highway (BR-153). Police found close to 137 kilograms of marijuana packages hidden in a false bottom in the pickup truck. The man claimed he picked the drugs up in […]
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On April 30, 2013, D24AM reported that two people were arrested earlier this week and charged with drug trafficking in Manaus, capital of the state of Amazonas. Luana Barros da Rocha, 20, and her 17 year-old boyfriend (not identified) were arrested after their home was suspected of being a haven for drug dealing. Police found […]
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On April 29, 2013, Jornal do Comércio reported that police in the Brazilian northeast have eradicated close to 400,000 marijuana plants in the states of Pernambuco and Alagoas. Federal Police conducted operations near twelve cities in Pernambuco, and two in Alagoas. In all, the plants amounted to nearly 143 tons of potential marijuana. Close to […]
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On May 1, 2013, O Estado de São Paulo reported that the Brazilian Federal Police is set to investigate close to 50 people linked to a series of bids made in the Environmental Ministry of the state of Rio Grande do Sul. Police have arrested 18 of the accused already and are holding them in […]
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Aerosafety, a leading medical kit and emergency equipment supplier, and MedAire, an International SOS company and global airline service provider, have formed a strategic partnership. This partnership will solidify their position as the premier aviation supplier of medical kits, emergency equipment, and travel risk services for commercial airlines and private aviation in Brazil. Airline clients […]
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On April 17, 2013, Campo Grande News reported that two men were arrested in Paranhos, 469 kilometers from Campo Grande and on the border between Brazil and Paraguay. Originally police wanted Leonardo Rocha Gonçalves, 22, on a robbery charge; but upon his arrest, they found additional evidence linking him to Edmar Alegre da Cunha, 28. […]
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On April 16, 2013, the Brazilian Federal Highway Police reported that police in Mato Grosso arrested three men in Várzea Grande, after discovering that one of their trucks was filled with nearly two million dollars in American currency. Police stopped two of the men on the entrance to Federal Highway BR-070 in Nossa Senhora do […]
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On April 17, 2013, the Brazilian Federal Highway Police reported that police near the federal capital of Brasília seized 60 kilograms of cocaine from a truck traveling on federal Highway BR-020. The arrest was made in Formosa, in the state of Goiás, just across the border from the Federal District (DF). The motorist informed the […]
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On April 18, 2013, O Dia reported that two firefighters in the city of Rio de Janeiro were arrested Thursday in connection to an incident in which a 13 year-old girl was raped. The girl was identified as the niece of one of the firefighters. According to reports, the firefighter related to the girl, 43 […]
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On April 19, 2013, O Estado de São Paulo reported that the head of the Supreme Federal Tribunal (STF), Joaquim Barbosa, released a statement concerning the nature of the crimes surrounding the mensalão scandal, decided last December. According to the documents, the scandal was performed in three steps: first, there were measures of accounting fraud […]
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On April 13, 2013, Mais Goiás reported that police in the Brazilian city of Goiânia arrested a woman at the city’s airport after they found 50 kilograms of marijuana in her bags. The drugs were discovered as the bags passed through the X-ray machine. According to police, the woman was contracted from Belém do Pará […]
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On April 15, 2013, Jornal do Brasil reported that the National Justice Advisory (CNJ) recently released statistics regarding corruption, money laundering and administrative improprieties for all of Brazil in 2012. In the report, there were 1,763 accusations of money laundering with another 3,742 judicial proceedings regarding administrative improprieties. Factoring in multiple defendants, the number of […]
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On April 15, 2013, the Brazilian Federal Highway Police reported that authorities seized a large quantity of marijuana over the weekend in the state of Paraná. Police made three separate seizures, the first a 233 kilogram find in Campo Mourão, less than three hours from the Brazil-Argentina border. Police gave chase when the driver sped […]
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On April 15, 2013, Diário do Pará reported that the Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized a large van in Santa Isabel, on BR-316, carrying some 50,000 packs of illegal cigarettes. The driver, 49 year-old Jonas Gomes de Souza, was not authorized to drive the van. He informed police that he was to receive around R$200 […]
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