Historical Events tagged with "favelas"

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Crime & Law

Police Operation in Complexo do Alemão

June 27th, 2007 17 years ago

The Brazilian Military Police conducted an operation in the Complexo do Alemão favelas aiming to combat drug trafficking. This operation turned into a violent confrontation, with significant casualties reported. Tensions escalated as police engaged with armed groups in the densely populated area, leading to a series of confrontations over several days. The aftermath revealed deep community discontent and highlighted the challenges of law enforcement in such environments.

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