Four Arrests as Espírito Santo Raids Target TCP–PCC–AFC Alliance Branded ‘Progresso Complexo’

Overview

• Operation Ordem e Progresso executed four temporary arrest warrants and carried out searches at ten locations in Cariacica and one in Vitória.
• Investigators identified an alliance of TCP, PCC and AFC formed to resist groups linked to the Primeiro Comando de Vitória.
• The alleged network, called Progresso Complexo, discussed trafficking management, coordinated illicit actions and raised money for drugs and arms.
• Actions included inspections of cells of suspects already in custody, with support from Gaeco, Sejus, MP-ES military intelligence and the Military Police.
• Authorities withheld the suspects’ names, and local reporting noted about 50 officers took part as the investigation continues.