BOPE enters into conflict with drug traffickers in Caju.
The second day of operations marks this Saturday in Parque Alegria, a group of favelas in the northern zone of Rio; weapons, marijuana and cocaine are seized in addition to a C3 vehicle.
Police officers from the Special Operations Battalion (BOPE) are carrying out the second day of operations this Saturday in Parque Alegria, in Caju, a group of favelas in the northern zone of Rio.
During the operation, there was a brief confrontation, according to the Military Police. A 21-year-old man was arrested, and a rifle, a pistol, a grenade, and ammunition were seized. In addition, marijuana and cocaine were found. Yesterday, four men had already been arrested.
During the operation, police also recovered a black C3 vehicle. The incident was registered at the 6th Police Station, where the vehicle's owner recognized it and recovered a hearing aid worth R$ 30 from inside.