Federal Police investigates attempted theft of books from the Real Gabinete Português

The Brazilian Federal Police conducted an operation against the theft and sale of rare books and sacred images, executing five search warrants in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The operation, named "Operação Página Oculta," followed a previous initiative and aimed to recover stolen cultural items and gather evidence against potential criminals. The president of the Real Gabinete Português de Leitura expressed surprise at the theft attempts, stating no works were identified as stolen from their collection. The police indicated that those involved could face charges related to theft and organized crime. Additionally, there are suspicions that other stolen items may be in Portugal.