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PRF seizes almost 7 thousand ammunition hidden in a vehicle on BR-226, in Barra do Corda

PRF seizes almost 7 thousand pieces of ammunition hidden in a vehicle on BR-226, in Maranhão The Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized 6,890 pieces of ammunition and around 5 kg of gunpowder this Thursday morning (20), on BR-226, in Barra do...

By 365 Breaking News Editorial Team 2 min read Maranhão
PRF seizes almost 7 thousand ammunition hidden in a vehicle on BR-226, in Barra do Corda
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The seizure took place around 10:30 am, at km 323 of the highway. According to the PRF, a team was doing rounds when they decided to approach the vehicle after a risk analysis.

  • During the inspection, the police noticed that the driver was nervous and gave inconsistent responses.
  • According to the PRF, he was unable to accurately inform the origin or destination of the trip.

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PRF seizes almost 7 thousand pieces of ammunition hidden in a vehicle on BR-226, in Maranhão The Federal Highway Police (PRF) seized 6,890 pieces of ammunition and around 5 kg of gunpowder this Thursday morning (20), on BR-226, in Barra do Corda, in the southern region. The material was hidden in a structure installed in the cargo compartment of a vehicle. The driver was arrested. The seizure took place around 10:30 am, at km 323 of the highway. According to the PRF, a team was doing rounds when they decided to approach the vehicle after a risk analysis. During the inspection, the police noticed that the driver was nervous and gave inconsistent responses. According to the PRF, he was unable to accurately inform the origin or destination of the trip. Material was hidden in the structure of the vehicle PRF seizes almost 7 thousand ammunition hidden in a vehicle on BR-226, in Barra do Corda Disclosure/PRF During the inspection, agents found equipment installed in the cargo compartment. When checking the structure, they located the ammunition, in addition to approximately 5 kg of gunpowder, capsules, empty cartridges and fuses. The man was arrested and taken to a Civil Police station, along with the vehicle and all the seized material. According to the PRF, he is suspected of illegal possession of a firearm for permitted use. The case will be investigated by the Civil Police.