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Brazilian Raid: Dozens Killed, 80 Arrested in Massive Rio Gang Sweep

Criminal Justice,Brazil,Crime,Violence

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At least 60 suspects were killed and more than 80 arrested on Tuesday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as authorities carried out a widespread operation months in the making aimed at tackling a powerful drug-trafficking gang.

Brazilian authorities called it the largest operation in the city's history, targeting the Red Command criminal organization in the Complexo de Alemão and Penha low-income favelas...

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