A raid of Rio de Janeiro’s largest complex of Favelas that left at least 18 people dead has sparked complaints of excessive police violence and ignited debate over how to handle crime ahead of state and presidential elections.

Deadly raid in Rio Favela that killed 18 sparks police violence complaints

At least 25 people, including a police officer, died on May 6 in a shootout during a police operation against drug traffickers in Rio de Janeiro's Jacarezinho shantytown, O Globo newspaper reported on its website.

Brazil: Rio de Janeiro police raid on favela leaves record 25 people dead

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