Police dismantle largest abortion ring in Rio.
The largest abortion ring in the state of Rio was dismantled by police officers from the 19th Precinct (Tijuca); the gang was made up of doctors, intermediaries, and security guards, who earned more than R$ 500 per month; about 50 agents participated in the operation that arrested six people and executed seven search and seizure warrants in the capital and other municipalities.
From RJ24Horas - The largest abortion network in the state of Rio was dismantled this Friday morning (12/13) by police officers from the 19th DP (Tijuca). The gang was made up of doctors, agents and security guards, who earned more than R$ 500 per month.
Approximately 50 agents participated in the operation, which resulted in the arrest of six people and the execution of seven search and seizure warrants in the capital and other municipalities. Dollars, euros, and surgical supplies were also seized.
Maria José Barcellos Cândido, Nilda de Souza Pontes, Guilherme Estrella Aranha, José Luiz Gonçalves, Ivo Tannuri Filho, and Myrian Hahamovici were arrested.
Women from São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Maranhão underwent abortions with the gang.