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Summary​ of the Article: Red Command (Comando ⁣Vermelho) ‌in Rio de Janeiro

This article details the growing power and evolving ⁣tactics of ‌the red Command (Comando​ vermelho – CV), a major Brazilian ‌criminal association, particularly in Rio de Janeiro. Here’s ⁢a breakdown of the key points:

1. Deep Infiltration & Corruption:

* Bribery & Negotiation: The CV operates through individuals like “Penha” (“Grandão”) who actively⁣ negotiate bribes with the Military⁢ Police (specifically those in Pacification Police Units) to reduce police presence and crackdowns. ⁣ This demonstrates a significant level of corruption ‍within law enforcement.
* Direct⁢ Communication with Police: “Grandão” even had a dedicated phone line for ‍communicating⁤ with police and leveraged‍ his connections to help ‍an officer recover a stolen vehicle.
* Judicial Corruption: The article highlights ‍a concerning issue of judges being investigated for selling sentences,contributing to a ⁢cycle of arrest ‍and release.

2.Sophisticated Organization & ​Communication:

* Hierarchical Structure: The CV has a rigid chain ​of command with clear orders and severe punishments for disobedience.
* WhatsApp as a Command Center: Traffickers utilize WhatsApp⁢ groups for:
⁤ *⁤ Issuing ⁤orders regarding drug sales and security.
⁢ * Managing sales points and armed security.
* Dealing with stolen vehicles.
* Monitoring police activity.
* Accounting for drug sales.
* Even planning executions.
* Exclusive Access: ⁢ Key leaders like “Doca” have limited access, with figures like “Pedro⁢ Bala” being among the few with‌ direct contact.

3.Expansion & Increased Brutality:

* Expansionist ​Project: ‍ The CV is actively expanding its influence,particularly in the ‍Jacarepaguá region of Rio de Janeiro,leading to increased violence and‌ deaths.
* Parallel Justice: The group‌ operates its ⁣own system of justice,⁣ characterized by executions​ and torture.
* Wealth & Power: Brutality has led to significant wealth accumulation and increased power for the CV.

4.Evolving Revenue Streams:

* Beyond Cocaine: While drug trafficking remains a major source of income, the CV is diversifying into more profitable ventures:
* Irregular sale of fuel, gold, cigarettes, and alcohol.
* “Armed Territorial Control”: The CV ‍forces residents in controlled areas to use services and suppliers chosen by the group, essentially controlling the local economy.
* “Ultracapitalization”: This diversification has led to⁣ a significant increase in the CV’s financial power.

5. ​Impact & ⁤Concerns:

* Infiltration of the State: ⁢The CV’s financial power allows it to infiltrate government institutions.
* “Micro-Sovereignty”: The ‍group’s control over territory creates “enclaves of⁣ micro-sovereignty,” effectively ⁣operating‌ as a mini-country with its own rules.
* Systemic Failure: The article points to a broken system where Rio de Janeiro​ arrests ‌many criminals but releases them ⁣due to judicial corruption.

In ​essence, the⁢ article paints a picture of ⁣a highly organized, financially powerful, and deeply entrenched criminal organization that is challenging the authority of⁤ the state in Rio de janeiro. It highlights the dangers of corruption, the sophistication⁤ of ⁢modern criminal networks, and the need for systemic reform to address the root causes of the problem.