Brazilian police units report significant crime reductions

Military Police units in Brazil have reported significant operational improvements and reductions in crime during the third quarter of 2026.

The 61st Independent Military Police Company (CIPM) in Bahia recorded a 55.6% reduction in Intentional Violent Lethal Crimes (CVLI) compared to the same period in 2025, with occurrences dropping from nine to four. The unit also saw a 200% increase in flagrant arrests, a 100% increase in vehicle recovery, and higher rates of drug seizures and arrest warrant fulfillment.

In Rio de Janeiro, the 29th Military Police Battalion, based in Itaperuna, reached the top of the state's Integrated Goals System (SIM) for the third quarter of 2026. The battalion reported zero instances of cargo, vehicle, or street robberies during the period. Additionally, CVLI rates were 20% below the established target. Comparing September 2026 to September 2025, the region saw a 23.1% decrease in intentional homicides and a 44.4% drop in thefts.