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Brazilian police target footballers in interstate trafficking probe

Brazilian authorities have launched Operação A Tropa, a large-scale investigation led by the Civil Police of Espírito Santo into an interstate criminal organization suspected of drug trafficking, weapons trafficking, and money laundering.

The operation involves approximately 100 police officers and includes four temporary arrest warrants and 15 search and seizure warrants. Law enforcement actions have been carried out across the states of Espírito Santo, Rio de Janeiro, Goiás, São Paulo, and the Distrito Federal.

Several professional football players have been identified as targets of the investigation. David Corrêa, a striker for Vasco da Gama, was the subject of search warrants at his residence in Barra da Tijuca and at the club's training center in Jacarepaguá. Hayner Monjardim, a player for Vila Nova, was also targeted at his home in Goiânia and the club's training facilities. Additionally, Renyer Oliveira, a former Santos player currently with Azuriz, was detained in São Paulo for contempt and resistance during the proceedings.

Both Vasco da Gama and Vila Nova have issued statements confirming their cooperation with the authorities. Hayner has denied any involvement in illegal activities, suggesting his inclusion in the investigation may stem from childhood friendships within his community.

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David Corrêa · Hayner Monjardim · Hayner Monjardim Cordeiro · Hayner William Monjardim Cordeiro · Operação A Tropa · Polícia Civil do Espírito Santo · Renyer Oliveira · Vasco da Gama · Vila Nova

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