Rio de Janeiro – A deadly and swift operation concluded late last night following a targeted assassination on a rooftop overlooking the Portela International Airport. Brazilian Special Forces operative, Sergeant Nascimento, was confirmed dead after engaging in a brief but lethal exchange of fire with a suspected informant, identified only as “Silas,” during Operation ‘Serpent,’ a multi-agency effort to dismantle a burgeoning arms trafficking network linked to organized crime.

The incident unfolded at approximately 23:47 local time. Intelligence reports indicated Silas, believed to be a former logistics coordinator for the Vila Cruzeiro cartel, was attempting to transmit sensitive data – believed to be detailing the location of several weapons caches – via a satellite phone. Nascimento, acting on direct orders from Colonel Ramirez, initiated a tactical maneuver, positioning himself on the rooftop of a nearby commercial building to intercept the transmission.

Initial reports suggest Silas, realizing he was under surveillance, attempted to flee. Nascimento swiftly neutralized the threat, delivering a single, precise shot that resulted in immediate incapacitation. The operation was completed within 60 seconds.

“He was a ghost,” stated Sergeant Silva, a member of Nascimento’s squad, speaking to reporters at the scene. “Nascimento… he just *saw* things. He didn’t need fancy gadgets or a lot of chatter. He just… knew. And he acted. It was brutal, but it was necessary.”

The immediate aftermath saw heightened security measures around the airport and surrounding areas. Colonel Ramirez released a brief statement emphasizing the importance of operational security and the commitment to upholding the law. “This operation highlights the continued dedication of our forces to protecting the citizens of Rio,” he stated. “We will not tolerate those who seek to destabilize our city.”

The circumstances surrounding Silas’s identity and the nature of the information he possessed are currently under investigation. Authorities have not yet confirmed if the arms caches detailed by Silas have been located. The event is expected to trigger a review of current surveillance protocols and potentially lead to increased scrutiny of individuals suspected of ties to organized crime. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.