Brazil Launches National Programa Captura Listing 216 Most-Wanted Fugitives

Overview

• The Justice Ministry posted the roster on gov.br/captura with names, aliases, CPF numbers, and birth dates for each fugitive.
• Tocantins named eight individuals, Bahia listed five, and Minas Gerais confirmed eight on the federal compilation.
• Authorities call for anonymous tips via 190 and 197 to support intensified investigative and capture operations.
• The registry prioritizes suspects linked to homicide, drug trafficking, robbery and latrocínio, reflecting a focus on organized and violent crime.
• Updates are planned twice yearly with exceptional immediate changes permitted, and only three women appear among the 216 listed.