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São Paulo Police Arrest 10th Suspect in Killing of Former Chief Ruy Ferraz

Investigators now count 10 people in custody, with two fugitives still being sought.

Overview

  • The DHPP detained a 36-year-old in Grajaú on November 3 and seized a .380-caliber pistol during the arrest.
  • Authorities report 10 suspects are now jailed, two remain fugitives, and one died after resisting a police approach.
  • Officials did not release the detainee’s name, while Folha de S. Paulo identified him as Marcos Augusto Rodrigues Cardoso, known as Penélope or Fiel.
  • An earlier arrest on October 24 targeted a 38-year-old suspected owner of a second Praia Grande house allegedly used during planning.
  • Security footage shows the September 15 attack involved a car chase, a rollover, and gunmen with rifles who fired on Ferraz’s vehicle.