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Brazilian police kill four Comando Vermelho gang members in a raid in Rio de Janeiro, and seize weapons,

Armed conflict for control of the favelas — Brazilian police kill four Comando Vermelho gang members in a raid in Rio de Janeiro, and seize weapons, ammunition, drugs, camouflage clothing, and radios. A police helicopter is

Published January 14, 2026· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

Context: Armed conflict for control of the favelas.

Brazilian police kill four Comando Vermelho gang members in a raid in Rio de Janeiro, and seize weapons, ammunition, drugs, camouflage clothing, and radios. A police helicopter is shot at and damaged, injuring one crew member. [https://apnews.com/article/brazil-favela-police-gangs-5df16f5ba67eca32a280f7a2f4968a98 (AP)]

Event summary via Wikipedia Current Events (2026-01-14).