Overview
- Bahia Civil Police detained Melissa Said on Oct. 24 after locating her at a friend’s home following raids a day earlier.
- Operation Erva Afetiva executed warrants at properties in Salvador, Lauro de Freitas and municipalities in São Paulo state, leading to three accomplice arrests.
- Investigators report seizing about 1.4 kilograms of high-grade marijuana, 270 grams of hashish, smaller cannabis amounts, digital scales, mobile phones, bank cards and two vehicles.
- Authorities say the investigation began in 2024 after an airport incident and includes allegations she promoted drug use, taught followers to evade police and handed out joint “kits.”
- Police say she will be questioned with her lawyer, undergo a forensic exam and remain in custody until a hearing, and if convicted could face up to 25 years in prison.