Bernardo Bello Pimentel Barboza

Bernardo Bello Pimentel Barboza, known as a notorious bicheiro in Brazil, has a complex history intertwined with organized crime, luxury assets, and violent rivalries. Investigated for multiple murders and other serious crimes, he gained notoriety for being the alleged mastermind behind the assassination of fellow contraventor Alcebíades Paes Garcia in 2020. Bello, who prominently featured in the Globoplay series 'Vale o Escrito,' was arrested in Bogotá in early 2022 but released on habeas corpus later that year. However, he became a fugitive again after being accused of violating judicial restrictions. His criminal activities, particularly in illegal gambling and money laundering, have made him a significant focus for law enforcement.