The police operation was one of the most violent in Brazil's recent history, with human rights organizations calling for investigations into the deaths.

Gang members in Rio de Janeiro bombed police with drones in retaliation for their deadliest raid on the city’s drug traffickers.

Brazil's Justice and Security Minister Ricardo Lewandowski and Rio de Janeiro State Governor Cláudio Castro announced on Wednesday the creation of an emergency office to tackle organized crime at a local level in a coordinated manner between the federal and state governments.

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A police raid and ensuing clashes with a drug gang in Rio de Janeiro left at least 119 people dead, including 115 suspects and four policemen, officials said Wednesday, a day after the massive operation drew criticism for using excessive force.