Navy soldier is found tied up in the community of São Gonçalo; 4 suspects are arrested
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- A Navy soldier was rescued tied up and with injuries in Jardim Catarina, in São Gonçalo (RJ), after reporting attacks by local drug dealers.
- The rescue took place during a police operation that resulted in an exchange of gunfire.
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Why It Matters
Jardim Catarina is an area with a history of criminal groups in the Metropolitan Region of Rio de Janeiro.
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A Brazilian Navy soldier was found tied up and with bruises on his body in the community of Jardim Catarina, in São Gonçalo, in the Metropolitan Region of Rio, this Sunday (11). According to the Military Police, he reported having been attacked by members of local drug trafficking and was at risk of execution.
Police officers from the Tactical Action Group (GAT) went to the vicinity of the Anita Garibaldi State College following information about the region. Upon arrival, the agents found men at a drug sales point and were greeted by gunfire.
Open Questions
- What was the reason for the military’s presence in the region?
- Were there arrests after the exchange of gunfire?
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This article was originally published by G1.
