# Security and drug enforcement in Amazonas

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/security-and-drug-enforcement-in-amazonas
> Updated: 2026-09-08T17:44:39.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 2.

Security operations in the Amazonas region have focused on large-scale drug seizures and combating organized crime. In late August, authorities in Manaus seized 2.4 tons of skunk marijuana in the Tarumã-Açu neighborhood, an operation estimated to have caused over R$ 48 million in losses. During this period, a rebellion also occurred at the Amazonas Military Police Prison Unit, where several officers were reportedly held hostage.

By early September, an integrated operation involving Brazilian and Peruvian security forces resulted in the seizure of approximately 4.5 tons of skunk marijuana near Codajás on the Solimões River. This operation, which caused an estimated R$ 93 million in losses, also led to the recovery of heavy weaponry, including AK-47 rifles, M60 machine guns, and thousands of rounds of ammunition. The interception involved a confrontation with suspects who fled into the forest.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Amazonas and Peru security forces seize 4.5 tons of skunk and heavy weaponry

Security forces from Brazil and Peru seized 4.5 tons of skunk, heavy weaponry, and a semi-armored speedboat during an operation on the Solimões River, causing R$ 93 million in losses to organized crime.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/amazonas-and-peru-security-forces-seize-45-tons-of-skunk-and-heavy-weaponry

### 2026-08-31: Manaus security: Massive drug seizure and military prison rebellion

Major security incidents in Brazil include a 2.4-ton skunk marijuana seizure in Manaus and a prison rebellion in Amazonas involving military hostages.

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sorocaba-municipal-guard-seizes-drugs-after-teens-escape-attempt

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