Illegal material seized in Capim Grosso, Bahia.

Early this morning, an operation carried out by the Federal Highway Police (PRF) resulted in the seizure of drugs, weapons, and ammunition, as well as the arrest of a man. The operation took place on BR-324, at km 356, in the municipality of Capim Grosso, Bahia.

Details of the seizure

During a traffic inspection, PRF agents discovered the presence of illicit products. They seized 5 kg of marijuana, a .380 caliber pistol with the serial number removed, 2 magazines, and 50 rounds of ammunition.

Serious crimes

Based on the evidence found, the PRF agents determined that two serious crimes had occurred: drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm. The driver admitted that he picked up the drugs and weapon at the Feira de Santana bus station, with the intention of transporting them to the city of Jacobina, in Bahia.

Prison and procedures

The perpetrator was detained and taken to the local Civil Police for the formalization of the appropriate procedures. The operation involved the exchange of information between the Federal Highway Police (PRF), Rondesp Chapada, and the 57th Independent Military Police Company (Santo Estevão).

Videos

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Source: PRF