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Legal fuel institute faces the challenge of river theft
The Instituto Combustível Legal (ICL) is intensifying efforts to combat the growing wave of crimes in the rivers of Northern Brazil. Recently, a ferry in Itacoatiara, Manaus, was robbed, resulting in the theft of 250 thousand liters of fuel. This incident brings the total amount of fuel stolen in the region this year to more than 780 thousand liters, according to ICL data.
Carlo Faccio, director of ICL, highlighted the urgency of integrated actions to combat these crimes during the XVIII Meeting of Northern Fuel Dealers. The event brought together authorities and experts, discussing strategies to strengthen inspection and safety on waterways.
The importance of integration for safety in waterways
Safety on waterways is a growing concern, especially with the rise in river pirate attacks. To combat these crimes, the ICL proposes closer collaboration between federal and state institutions. The initiative seeks to improve the exchange of information and improve operations against tax evasion and criminal practices, such as fuel adulteration.
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This joint effort is crucial to protect consumers and companies in the fuel sector, creating a fairer and more transparent business environment. Faccio emphasizes the need for coordinated actions to curb such irregularities, which affect society as a whole.
Strategies to combat organized crime and protect consumers
ICL is implementing several strategies to address the challenges of piracy in Northern rivers. One of these initiatives includes strengthening intelligence and monitoring of waterways, aiming to reduce the economic impact of theft, which exceeds R＄100 million annually.
Furthermore, the institute is working to improve security agencies and strengthen laws to penalize illegal acts. Faccio highlights that robberies not only affect the fuel sector, but can also compromise energy supplies in the region, impacting socioeconomic development.
To involve the public in the fight against these crimes, ICL created the “Report” tool, available on its website. This platform allows consumers to report fraud and actively contribute to the fight against organized crime, reinforcing inspection and security actions in Northern waterways.
Source: Rodrigo Dutra.
