24 Oct 2024 | 01:25 PM UTC
Brazil: Armed clashes in Rio de Janeiro's North Zone kills at least one, injures five others, Oct. 24 /update 1
Police operation continues in Rio de Janeiro’s North Zone, Brazil, on Oct. 24. Armed clashes killed one civilian and injured five others.
Armed clashes during an ongoing police operation in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro killed at least one civilian and injured five others on Oct. 24. The victim who was killed was reportedly inside a public bus hit by stray bullets on Avenida Brasil near the Cidade Alta area. The police operation is still ongoing in the Cidade Alta, Pica-Pau, and Cinco Bocas areas, and further armed clashes are likely. Traffic disruptions are being reported along Avenida Brasil and nearby areas. The Penha Circular, Bras de Pina, Cordovil, Parada de Lucas, and Vigario Geral train stations are closed.
Heightened security and disruptions to business and traffic are likely in the affected area in the coming hours. Further armed clashes could lead to additional casualties along the main thoroughfares in the area, especially along Avenida Brasil. Transport disruptions in Rio de Janeiro’s North Zone, including along the Red Line Expressway, which leads to Rio de Janeiro/Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), cannot be ruled out.
Strictly heed instructions from authorities. Avoid traveling to or through the affected areas of Rio de Janeiro. If within or near the affected areas, remain in accommodations until police give the all-clear. Reconfirm the status of road routes near the impacted area before travel.
