Authorities arrest Brazilian National living in Massachusetts, wanted for trafficking firearms, suspicion of murder

A man who authorities say was living in Massachusetts illegally and was wanted on multiple charges, has been captured.

In a joint operation with HSI and ICE, the Milford Police Department apprehended 46-year-old Marcio De Souza E Silva of Milford. De Souza E Silva is suspected of a series of crimes in his native country of Brazil including trafficking illicit items such as firearms and suspicion of murder.

According to police, 11 years ago, Desouza E Silva, known as “Carioca” was profiled on Brazilian TV for gang activity and his role in trafficking assault rifles by hiding them in vehicles with false bottoms and mattresses. In the investigative report by RecordTV, Desouza E Silva’s criminal involvement as well as his criminal compound are profiled.

It is believed Desouza E Silva began living in Milford in 2022 but his time in the United States is uncertain.

De Souza E Silva was taken into custody without incident at his residence on Grove St. in Milford by ICE/HSI and members of the Milford Police Department.

“This Brazilian alien attempted to flee justice in his native country by hiding out in Massachusetts,” said ICE Boston acting Field Office Director Patricia H. Hyde. “Thanks to the hard work and collaboration of ICE Boston and the Milford Police Department, the Brazilian alien will be forced to face the law he attempted to subvert. Partnerships like those we share with the Milford Police help enable ICE to prioritize public safety by arresting and removing criminal alien offenders from our New England communities.”

De Souza E Silva was taken to Milford Police Headquarters before being transported to ICE facilities for deportation processing.

“This is the evil that has lived among us. No matter which side of the aisle you stand on, we can all rest knowing that a criminal of this nature is removed from our community and our country. I want to personally thank our federal agents for assisting us in making Milford a safer place to live.” – Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino