IntroductionChromobacterium violaceum is a Gram-negative bacillus often found in soil and water of tropical and subtropical regions. Human infection by this bacterium is rare; however, when it occurs, it is associated with high mortality rates if not diagnosed or treated correctly or early enough. Systemic clinical symptoms include sepsis and visceral abscesses in the liver. The combination of percutaneous drainage of abscesses and systemic antibiotic therapy remains the most common treatment. Currently, it is believed that diagnosis via computed tomography scan and ultrasound-guided aspiration must be done before beginning antibiotic therapy. This report discusses liver abscesses by Chromobacterium violaceum. Case reportWe report a case of C. violaceum infection in Brazil in a patient who had rapid evolution of signs and multiple liver abscesses. Treatment consisted of interventional radiology and ciprofloxacin without the need for surgical intervention. ConclusionLiver abscesses caused by C. violaceum can cause high mortality rates if not treated correctly. Early diagn-osis will allow less painful drainage and antibiotics will help manage this infection effectively.