Targeted Shooting at São Paulo Airport Leaves Businessman Dead
A targeted shooting incident occurred at São Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport on Friday, resulting in the death of businessman Antônio Vinícius Gritzbach and injuries to three others. Reports indicate that approximately five assailants emerged from a black vehicle and opened fire on Gritzbach, who was allegedly involved in a conflict with the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), Brazil's most notorious criminal gang.
Videos circulating on social media depict the chaotic scene, with Gritzbach's body lying at the airport entrance and travelers seeking refuge inside the terminal. The incident took place just outside Terminal 2, prompting immediate responses from police and medical teams. The São Paulo Public Security Secretariat is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder, with further details expected after the completion of the incident report.
Background on the Primeiro Comando da Capital
The PCC, established during a prison rebellion in the early 1990s, has evolved into South America's most significant criminal organization, boasting over 30,000 members. The gang is heavily involved in international drug trafficking, particularly in the border regions of Paraguay, which serve as key transit points for cocaine from Colombia and Peru. Gritzbach's murder is believed to be linked to his cooperation with the Prosecutor's Office in efforts to dismantle the gang's operations, underscoring the ongoing violence and intimidation tactics employed by the PCC in Brazil.
