Theft of power ports worries traders in Campos The increase in cases of theft has increased the feeling of insecurity among residents and traders of Campos dos Goytacazes, in the North of Rio de Janeiro. Data from the Public Security Institute (ISP) show that, in the first half of this year, the municipality recorded a 10% increase in this type of crime compared to the same period in 2025. There were 1,411 incidents recorded until June. Images from a security camera recorded one of the most recent cases of theft, which occurred this Thursday (16), in a store in the Pelinca neighborhood. The suspect jumps over the wall of the establishment, goes to the power panel, removes the equipment in a few seconds and escapes. ? Follow the g1 Norte Fluminense channel on WhatsApp. According to the ISP, Campos recorded 1,411 thefts between January and June this year. In comparison with the first half of 2025, there were 128 more occurrences, which represents an increase of 10%. The numbers reinforce the concern of residents and businesses, who report changes in their routine in the face of the increase in crime. Some have sought alternatives to increase the protection of properties, such as installing monitoring cameras, reinforcing lighting and other security measures. Despite this, they report that these actions are not enough to prevent criminals from acting. g1 contacted the Military Police to find out if there was reinforcement in policing in areas with a higher number of thefts and what measures are being adopted to combat this type of crime in Campos, but did not receive a response until the publication of this report. Theft of power ports in Campos Campos Occurrences READ ALSO Fire that destroyed a house in Varre-Sai is investigated; victim had protective measure against ex-partner Campos Basin records highest oil and gas production in the last five years, study shows Camera records crash between car and motorcycle in Itaperuna; another accident leaves driver injured in Italva