Former Brazilian Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto Arrested

Brazil’s former Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto was arrested by federal police on Saturday. In November, he was accused of planning a coup to overturn the results of the 2022 election.

By staf reporter - CSB News USA

Published on Sunday, 15 December 2024

Former Brazilian Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto Arrested

Brazil’s former Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto was arrested by federal police on Saturday. In November, he was accused of planning a coup to overturn the results of the 2022 election.

Braga Netto also served as the Chief of Staff to former President Jair Bolsonaro and was Bolsonaro’s running mate for Vice President in the 2022 election, where they were defeated.

In a statement, federal police confirmed they executed an arrest warrant, two search and seizure warrants, and preventive measures against individuals obstructing the investigation.