Antônio Ferreira Pinto

Antônio Ferreira Pinto is a Brazilian politician who served as the Secretary of Public Security in São Paulo. He is known for his role in overseeing law enforcement and public safety initiatives in the state, particularly during a tumultuous period marked by increased violence and corruption allegations within the police force. His tenure saw a significant shift in how the police dealt with organized crime, including the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), as he moved the investigations from the Civil Police to the Military Police and the Public Ministry.