ONLINE SCAMS: A GROWING DANGER

SUMMARY The rise in digital connectivity has greatly increased sophisticated online scams, evolving from simple deceptions to complex schemes that pose serious risks. Criminal activities...

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THE IMPACT OF VIOLENCE ON PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

SUMMARY Urban violence has severely impacted public transportation in Brazil, particularly in the largest cities of the country. Frequent conflicts between security forces and criminal...

THE GEOGRAPHY OF VIOLENCE: POLICE AND CRIMINAL GROUPS IN RIO’S NEIGHBORHOODS

The Metropolitan Region of Rio de Janeiro (RMRJ) has long been plagued by rampant armed violence, disrupting daily life for many of its residents....

2024 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS IN BRAZIL AND THE THREAT OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE

SUMMARY Brazil is experiencing a rise in political violence as the 2024 city elections approach, with incidents already occurring. These incidents reflect the ongoing polarization...

VEHICLE THEFT AND ROBBERY IN BRAZIL: A GROWING CONCERN

SUMMARY Vehicle theft and robbery present significant challenges in Brazil, profoundly impacting public security and the economy. These crimes are pervasive in large cities like...

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RIO DE JANEIRO SECURITY INCIDENTS – 1ST BULLETIN OF SEPTEMBER

31/08/2024 - A 19-year-old young man assaulted a 16-year-old teenager in Susana Naspolini Park, in Realengo, in the West Zone, on Saturday (31). He...

ANGRA DOS REIS SECURITY INCIDENTS – 1ST BULLETIN OF SEPTEMBER

01/09/2024 – On Sunday (1) night, police officers from the 33rd BPM were called to go to the Municipal Hospital of Japuíba, where a...

MACAÉ SECURITY INCIDENTS – 1ST BULLETIN OF SEPTEMBER

31/08/2024 - A man died, and another was injured after exchanging fire with the Military Police in the Lagomar neighborhood, on Saturday (31). The...

SANTOS SECURITY INCIDENTS – 1ST BULLETIN OF SEPTEMBER

03/09/2024 - A 22-year-old man was arrested by the Federal Police (PF) with R$ 1,000 in counterfeit bills in the Estuário neighborhood, in Santos,...