Massive Rio Police Raid Sparks Outrage Amidst Claims of Massacre
A massive police raid in a Rio favela resulted in at least 64 deaths, drawing criticism for excessive force. The operation targeted a notorious gang but left 50 bodies of young men in the aftermath. Questions about its effectiveness and calls for justice and investigation have risen sharply.
A massive police raid targeting a notorious drug gang in a Rio de Janeiro favela has led to at least 64 deaths, drawing international criticism for the apparent excessive use of force. As the operation unfolded, residents collected bodies throughout the night, laying them in a central square by dawn.
The raid, involving 2,500 police and soldiers, left 60 gang suspects, four policemen, and potentially more residents dead, with many questioning the official tally. Forensic teams are retrieving bodies, while local activists decry the operation as a massacre due to the brutality and high death toll.
The operation aimed to capture gang leaders and curb the expansion of the Red Command gang, resulting in arrests and drug seizures. However, the violence prompted calls for better coordination and policy change. Officials from the Brazilian administration stress the need for more effective crime control strategies.
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