The Brazilian police announced on Sunday that they successfully prevented a dangerous plot targeting a free concert by pop sensation Lady Gaga, which took place at the iconic Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. The event, attended by more than two million fans, concluded without incident, confirming the effectiveness of security measures in place.
The civil police of Rio de Janeiro revealed that they had dismantled a group of individuals who were allegedly planning to execute an attack using improvised explosives. This group reportedly sought to recruit participants, some as young as teenagers, intending to target vulnerable groups, including children and members of the L.G.B.T.Q. community.
In their announcement, authorities disclosed that the alleged leader of the group had been apprehended in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul on charges of illegal firearm possession. Additionally, a teenager was detained for allegedly storing child pornography. However, further details about any formal charges against the suspects have yet to be disclosed.
Lady Gaga's representatives, who are known for their activism in support of L.G.B.T.Q. rights, did not comment on the situation when approached for a response. The singer’s recent performance stemmed from an initiative by Rio de Janeiro to host significant musical events, following in the footsteps of past concerts by other international icons, such as Madonna.
The concert served not only as a musical highlight for the city but also illustrated ongoing security challenges faced by public events in the region.
