# Public security and infrastructure developments in Brazil

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-security-and-infrastructure-developments-in-brazil
> Updated: 2026-10-28T19:39:00.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Public security initiatives in Brazil have focused on addressing personnel shortages, improving communication, and expanding physical infrastructure. In Divinópolis, the Community Association for Public Security Matters (ACASP) highlighted critical shortages of delegates and excessive workloads within the Civil Police, calling for increased political dialogue to secure more resources.

To improve operational capabilities in remote regions, the Secretariat of State for Justice and Public Security (Sejusp) in Acre is implementing a radio communication network in municipalities accessible only by air or water, such as Santa Rosa do Purus and Jordão. This network is intended to provide security forces with communication capabilities independent of internet or telephone signals.

Infrastructure investments have also been prioritized. The government of Mato Grosso signed an agreement for R$ 130 million to construct 22 integrated security units for the Military Police and Fire Department across several locations. Additionally, in Paraná, officials have identified the need for a new Fire Department headquarters in Apucarana to replace a facility dating back to 1978, aiming to improve response capabilities for the Vale do Ivaí region.

## Claims

- The Civil Police in Divinópolis faces a shortage of delegates and workload overloads. (reported by 1 source)
- Sejusp is verifying communication towers in Santa Rosa do Purus, Jordão, Marechal Thaumaturgo, and Porto Walter. (reported by 1 source)
- The radio network in Acre will function independently of internet or telephone signals. (reported by 1 source)
- ACIPOL is implementing the ‘Meu Bairro Seguro’ community project. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Brazil security investments include new fire stations in Mato Grosso and Paraná

Brazil is expanding public safety infrastructure through a R$ 130 million integrated police and fire station project in Mato Grosso and a new headquarters for the Fire Department in Apucarana, Paraná.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-security-investments-include-new-fire-stations-in-mato-grosso-and-paran

### 2026-10-28: Public security initiatives focus on communication and staffing in Brazil and Mozambique

Public security efforts are expanding through new radio communication networks in remote Acre, staffing discussions in Divinópolis, and community-focused academic initiatives at ACIPOL in Mozambique.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/public-security-initiatives-focus-on-communication-and-staffing-in-brazil-and-mozambique

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