Elias Pereira da Silva
Elias Pereira da Silva, also known as Elias Maluco, was a notorious criminal figure in Brazil, having taken over drug trafficking operations in the Complexo do Alemão after Marcinho VP's incarceration. He gained infamy for his involvement in high-profile criminal activities, including the murder of journalist Tim Lopes. His death in 2020 in prison added to the legacy of violence and crime associated with the factions he was part of, and his name often comes up in discussions about organized crime in Brazil.
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Elias Pereira da Silva, known as Elias Maluco, was convicted for the murder of journalist Tim Lopes.
'Atiraram na direção da minha cabeça e falaram que não queriam um novo Tim Lopes', conta cinegrafista espancado por traficantes na Vila Aliança
Brazil· 2025-09-06
Elias Pereira da Silva, known as Elias Maluco, was a godfather figure to Oruam and was convicted for murder.
Após ser preso, Oruam é liberado pela polícia e deixa delegaciaBrazil· 2025-02-26
Elias Pereira da Silva, known as Elias Maluco, was involved in drug trafficking and was convicted for the murder of journalist Tim Lopes.
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Liechtenstein· 2025-02-12