Marines and Navy armored vehicles are used to combat drug trafficking in a Brazilian tourist city. Photo: Reproduction Twitter @Santaportal1
On this Wednesday (3/27), armored vehicles of the Brazilian Navy were seen parading through the streets of Guarujá, on the southern coast of São Paulo. The vehicles were present in the Prainha area and then proceeded along Santos Dumont Avenue, in the city center. Additionally, the presence of marines in local communities was noted.
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According to the Navy, this action is part of the “GLO do mar” operation, an initiative aimed at the intensive fight against drug trafficking, arms, and organized crime in general.
Started in November of last year, the “GLO do mar” operation’s main objective is to combat drug trafficking and organized crime. Its actions extend across Brazilian borders, including ports in the states of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Until the end of last month, this operation resulted in the seizure of approximately R$ 73.1 million in assets, including vehicles, money, vessels, and various equipment. The operation was also responsible for the confiscation of over 99,000 tons, which, according to the Federal Government, represented a significant blow to criminal organizations.
So far, the “GLO do mar” has resulted in the arrest of about 1,783 suspects, in addition to the seizure of 226 weapons.
About the Piranha III Armored Vehicles
The Piranha III Armored Vehicles, seen in the images, are vehicles intended for tactical or logistical transportation of personnel and materials during land operations. Capable of overcoming obstacles and crossing watercourses with moderate currents, these vehicles also provide limited fire support and armored protection, as informed by the Navy.
The armaments compatible with the armored vehicle include the 7.62 mm automatic gas-operated machine gun, the 5.56 mm machine gun, or the 40 mm grenade launcher, expanding its capacity to act in different operation scenarios.
