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Exclusive Complaint Filed With Federal Police Reveals That Ships at Suape Port Are Being Used for International Cocaine Trafficking

Written by Roberta Souza
Published on 07/11/2022 at 16:30
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According to the complaint, the ships in the Port of Suape leave the coast of Pernambuco and are used for drug trafficking in South America and Europe

Data substantiated by the complaint claims that there may be more than just carcinogenic substances and radioactive waste inside the aircraft carriers located at the Port of Suape, on the Pernambuco coast.

The Federal Police and the port authorities of Pernambuco received complaints, made through official reporting channels, that the “ghost ship,” sold by the Brazilian Navy to a company in Turkey, may be used for trafficking cocaine from South America to Europe.

The complaints were made anonymously, but both the Federal Police and the Government of Pernambuco have responded, acknowledging the action taken.

Formalization of the Complaint

The complaint was formalized jointly with the managers of the Port of Suape and the Government of Pernambuco’s ombudsman on October 5, the day the ship arrived off the state’s coast and was prevented from docking at the Port of Suape.

The reason for the prevention was the same that barred it from passing through the Strait of Gibraltar, the gateway to the Mediterranean Sea, and being received by Turkish ports: it does not possess a contaminant inventory verified by an internationally recognized laboratory.

The complaint states: “if you allow this ship to dock in your port, please conduct a proper search for narcotics.” “Investigative journalists in Turkey are discussing whether ship demolition companies use end-of-life vessels for drug trafficking. These are not just rumors. Several witnesses, workers at the ship scrap yard, have reported this.”

Actions Taken

On October 19, the ombudsman stated that the case had been referred to the Harbor Master, including that of the Port of Suape, and to the Federal Police. Additionally, investigative journalists also contacted the Federal Police in Brasília, emphasizing the need for a drug search, as well as sending links to reports published by journalists and Turkish media concerning the Port of Suape.

When approached, the communication officer of the Federal Police in Pernambuco, Giovanni Santoro, refrained from commenting on the investigations at the Port of Suape. However, authorities from the Pernambuco government confirmed the authenticity of the complaint made.

Roberta Souza

Author for the Click Petróleo e Gás portal since 2019, responsible for publishing over 8,000 articles that have garnered millions of views, combining technical expertise, clarity, and engagement to inform and connect readers. A Petroleum Engineer with a postgraduate degree in Industrial Unit Commissioning, I also bring practical experience and background in the agribusiness sector, which broadens my perspective and versatility in producing specialized content. I develop content topics, disseminate job opportunities, and create advertising materials tailored for the industry audience. For content suggestions, job vacancy promotion, or advertising proposals, please contact via email: santizatagpc@gmail.com. We do not accept resumes

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