Images recorded by residents showed that Rocinha, in the south zone, was surrounded by police on Monday night before the mega-operation in the other regions forced the suspension of classes in ...

In Rio de Janeiro, Rocinha is the largest favela ... there is increasing concern about corruption and police brutality. Houses in Rochina favela in Rio de Janeiro Hundreds of new migrants arrive ...

Also read Police Chase Forces Copenhagen Airport Lockdown – Suspect Still at Large The lack of water in Rocinha is not a new problem. The favela, located in southern Rio, has suffered from poor ...