One of the most violent thieves in the city of São Paulo is arrested; see video

A 23-year-old man, considered by the police to be one of the most violent thieves in the city of São Paulo, was arrested this Tuesday afternoon (26), in Heliópolis, in the south zone of the capital of São Paulo.

According to investigations, he is suspected of involvement in four cases of robbery, three attempted and one completed, as well as robberies and extortion.

We captured one of the biggest thieves in São Paulo, without a doubt one of the most violent there was. This prison means a lot to us and will save many lives.

Zuleika Gonzalez Araújo, chief delegate of the 16th Police District of Vila Clementino

The arrest took place after an operation mounted by the police to surround the suspect in the community where he used to hide.

During the siege, he tried to escape on a motorcycle, but fell from the vehicle. He then tried to escape on foot and even attacked one of the police officers, but ended up being detained. During the action, the suspect's motorcycle and cell phone were seized.

See video of the arrest:

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The man has a criminal record for robbery and, throughout the investigation, was recognized by several victims. The incident was registered in the 16th Police District as the capture of a wanted person and location and seizure of an object.

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How did he act?
According to the police, the suspect acted with extreme violence alongside his accomplices in the south and east zones of São Paulo. The group targeted drivers of luxury cars and motorcycles.

Investigations also indicate that he was also involved in stealing rings and cell phones. In December 2025, during an attempted robbery in Vila Prudente, he allegedly shot a reserve military police officer.

*Under the supervision of Rafael Saldanha

Source: CNN