Slum Patrols
Synopsis
180 of Rio de Janeiro's 1,000 favelas have been pacified since 2008, as police units work to reclaim territory from drug traffickers.
Synopsis
Tatyana Lima, a 32-year-old commander of the UPP, oversees police operations in the Santa Marta favela of Rio de Janeiro. The area, home to nearly 10,000 residents, has seen a significant police presence since the state began pacifying favelas in 2008. In Cape Town, South Africa, city police conduct searches in townships, utilizing trained dogs to locate hidden weapons. Both cities face challenges from drug trafficking and gang violence, prompting law enforcement to adapt their strategies to reclaim control and enhance public safety.
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Why Watch
- Meet Tatyana Lima, a police commander in Rio's favelas.
- See how Cape Town's police conduct lightning searches.
- Find out about the unique challenges of policing slums.
Did You Know
- In Rio de Janeiro, 20% of the population lives in favelas.
- Since 2008, 180 out of 1000 favelas in Rio have been pacified.
- The first favela to be pacified was Santa Marta, home to nearly 10,000 residents.
- The BOPE unit in Rio uses armored vehicles and helicopter support for operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of Rio de Janeiro's population lives in slums?
20% of the population in Rio de Janeiro lives in slums called favelas.
How many favelas in Rio have been pacified since 2008?
Of the 1000 favelas in the state of Rio, 180 have been pacified since 2008.
Who is the commander of the UPP in Santa Marta?
The commander of the UPP in Santa Marta is Tatyana Lima, who is 32 years old.
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