In Brazil, the death toll from more than five days of gang and police violence in Sao Paulo has reached at least 115 people. Clashes broke out last week when one of Brazil’s leading gangs launched a series of attacks following the announcement several of the gang’s imprisoned leaders would be transferred to different facilities. The gangs targeted police stations, military installations and prison outposts. Police said they have made at least 90 arrests.
115 Dead in Brazil Gang Violence
HeadlineMay 17, 2006