Authorities arrest Brazilian National living in Massachusetts, wanted for trafficking firearms, suspicion of murder

A man who authorities say was living in Massachusetts illegally and was wanted on multiple charges, has been captured.

In a joint operation with HSI and ICE, the Milford Police Department apprehended 46-year-old Marcio De Souza E Silva of Milford. De Souza E Silva is suspected of a series of crimes in his native country of Brazil including trafficking illicit items such as firearms and suspicion of murder.

According to police, 11 years ago, Desouza E Silva, known as “Carioca” was profiled on Brazilian TV for gang activity and his role in trafficking assault rifles by hiding them in vehicles with false bottoms and mattresses. In the investigative report by RecordTV, Desouza E Silva’s criminal involvement as well as his criminal compound are profiled…

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