Police destroy 20,000 marijuana plants in Chapada Diamantina

atarde.com.br (Portuguese)

Brazilian police destroyed approximately 20,000 marijuana plants during Operation Erva Daninha in Mulungu do Morro, Chapada Diamantina, dealing an estimated R$4 million loss to a criminal group. The operation on Wednesday also uncovered drying, separation, and packaging equipment. All crops, equipment, and supplies were destroyed. Teams from the 5th Drug and Narcotics Police Station (DTE/Irecê) and GATTI Chapada carried out the action. According to investigators, the destruction represented a significant financial blow to the criminal group responsible for the cultivation. A police inquiry has been opened to identify suspects and investigate the case.


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