The social effects of crime on the dynamics of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil

Abstract

The article addresses the impact of criminal factions on the city of Fortaleza, state of Ceará, and highlights their influence on the daily life, political dynamics, and housing situation of popular neighborhoods. The study used a qualitative approach involving the analysis of newspaper articles, interviews, and visits to the affected territories. The comprehensive perspective adopted in the article considers the point of view of multiple agents involved, emphasizing the consistent dominance of factions over certain territories and their substantive impact on the lives of local communities. This influence occurs within the scope of public housing policies and directly affects people's daily decisions in the face of the illegal control exercised by armed groups.