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A minimum of 64 Killed in Rio de Janeiro's Biggest Security Action on Organized Crime
A minimum of 64 civilians died in a police operation against the criminal organization Comando Vermelho in the Brazilian city's north zone - the biggest and most lethal operation in the region's records.
Four law enforcement personnel were among those killed during Operation Containment in the neighborhoods of Alemão and Penha, state officials stated. In excess of 80 suspects were arrested.
Violent conflicts erupted when around 2,500 security personnel entered the area on the morning of the operation. The criminal organization responded with shooting, setting fire to barriers and using drone-dropped explosives, police representatives said.
The UN Human Rights Office expressed being "appalled" by the security action, demanding "immediate and thorough inquiries".
Raid Aftermath
The informal settlements adjacent to the aerial transportation hub is regarded as the headquarters of a major illegal networks.
Government representatives confirmed at least 50 of the fatalities were "indicated by police as suspected of being criminals".
Dozens of people were hurt, including innocent bystanders trapped in shooting.
Local Reaction
Residents have likened the mountainous region - home to about 300,000 residents - to a "war zone" since the operation began.
Access ways continue shut in the entire neighborhood.
Organized Crime Spread
The Red Command group has been increasing their territory across the Rio state, growing illegal substance trade paths and control of the hillside favelas.
Rio's police reported over 200kg (441lb) of narcotics were confiscated in the raid, along with multiple guns.
Raid Preparation
The joint operation by various security forces comes after a extended probe.
Numerous alleged criminals are considered members of a faction from the Pará state who are presently concealed in the city.
Broader Context
Extensive security missions are not uncommon in the country prior to important worldwide conferences in the country.
The international environmental meeting the climate conference is taking place in the northern urban center in the eleventh month.
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