# Caregiver theft investigation in Brasília

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/caregiver-theft-investigation-in-braslia
> Updated: 2026-08-26T17:36:00.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

In Brasília, the Civil Police of the Federal District arrested 47-year-old caregiver Joselaine Gomes Lourenço for the suspected theft of approximately R$ 50,000 worth of jewelry from elderly residents at a care facility in Asa Norte.

Investigations suggest the thefts took place between April and June. Security footage reportedly captured the suspect hiding a gold necklace and attempting to remove a ring from a resident's finger. Authorities noted the suspect was previously serving an open sentence for interstate drug trafficking. A search warrant was authorized for her residence to recover stolen items.

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