Brazilian Funk Star MC Poze do Rodo Released From Detention

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – In a significant development, MC Poze do Rodo, a well-known Brazilian funk singer, was released from temporary detention on Monday, June 2nd, 2025. The release followed a habeas corpus ruling by Judge Peterson Barroso Simão of the First Criminal Court of Jacarepaguá. The judge stated that Poze do Rodo's 30-day pre-trial detention was excessive and unnecessary for the investigation. "The target of the arrest should not be the weakest – the defendant – but rather the leaders of the fearful, abusive, and violent faction," Judge Simão wrote in his decision. The ruling highlights concerns about selective penal enforcement and the need to focus on the leaders of the Comando Vermelho criminal organization. The video shows footage of Poze do Rodo's arrest and subsequent release, underscoring the rapid turn of events. While released, he must adhere to several precautionary measures, including monthly court appearances and a prohibition from contacting individuals connected to the criminal faction. This case underscores ongoing debates about criminal justice practices in Brazil.