Police foil robbery at solar power plant, arrest criminals and free hostages in Rio Grande do Norte.

A Military Police operation prevented the theft of equipment at a solar power plant and resulted in the release of three hostages this Thursday (9), in the rural area of ​​Macaíba (RN). The criminals had separated approximately 166 photovoltaic panels for transport when the operation was interrupted.

The incident began after police were called to investigate reports of gunfire in the area. During the deployment, the teams received information that it was a robbery in progress and, with Based on the information, they were able to intercept two vehicles near the entrance to the district. 

During the search, a walkie-talkie (used for communication between the criminals), a balaclava, and a replica firearm were seized, resulting in the arrest of two occupants. 

Subsequently, the agents proceeded to the solar power plant (details of which were not disclosed) and were met with gunfire from other criminals. There was an exchange of gunfire, with the suspects fleeing towards a wooded area. According to the police, the search continues, but so far there have been no reports of new arrests.

During the search of the premises, police found a container where three people were being held hostage, with their hands tied. The victims were the plant's security guard and his two sons, who were held captive by the criminals for about three hours. 

In addition to recovering the solar panels and arresting the two men, the operation resulted in the seizure of cell phones, documents, and other materials used in the crime. The collected items were forwarded to the Parnamirim (RN) Police Station.

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