# Crime and police activity in Santa Catarina

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/crime-and-police-activity-in-santa-catarina
> Updated: 2026-10-24T21:50:34.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Police in Santa Catarina have responded to various criminal incidents across the state. In Balneário Rincão, authorities are investigating a woman suspected of stealing and selling furniture from an Airbnb rental, including appliances and a sofa valued at approximately R$ 17,000. The investigation utilized a Pix transfer to track the suspect, leading to the recovery of some items at a used goods store.

In other regions, police reported a bicycle theft in Blumenau, where a suspect was arrested after being observed by a Penal Police team. Additionally, a joint operation in Araquari resulted in the seizure of a boa constrictor and three exotic corn snakes being kept illegally in a residence.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Police reports in Santa Catarina involve theft and wildlife seizure

Police in Santa Catarina, Brazil, reported a bicycle theft arrest in Blumenau and the illegal seizure of a boa constrictor and three corn snakes in Araquari.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-reports-in-santa-catarina-involve-theft-and-wildlife-seizure

### 2026-10-01: Airbnb guest investigated for furniture theft in Santa Catarina

A woman is under investigation in Santa Catarina, Brazil, for allegedly stealing furniture from an Airbnb rental in Balneário Rincão and selling the items for R$ 3,800.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/airbnb-guest-investigated-for-furniture-theft-in-santa-catarina

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