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Crime Statistics and Personal Safety: how it works in Brazil — first-hand

Short answer
Statistical data indicates that firearm-related violence in Brazil results in significantly higher mortality rates than illnesses like Dengue fever. While safety perceptions vary by region, states like Santa Catarina report lower crime rates than major urban centers such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

From real experience

While some anecdotal evidence suggests potential risks in Brazil, such as armed robbery, personal experiences indicate a different reality.
One individual's brother-in-law lived in São Paulo for 31 years without any incidents of robbery. In contrast, a personal experience in the Czech Republic involved an attempted phone theft on the metro. This suggests that perceptions of safety can vary, and personal encounters may contradict general assumptions about different countries.
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The state of Santa Catarina, including Florianópolis, is visibly safer than Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo, characterized by lower fences and fewer security measures.
Homicide statistics show very low rates in cities like Jaraguá do Sul (2.2 per 100k) and Tubarão (3.6) compared to Florianópolis (8.9). However, Florianópolis experiences seasonal spikes in non-violent thefts due to high tourism.
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A user reports observing statistics for 2025 indicating approximately 98,000 violent attacks or attacks with significant threat to life in São Paulo.
In contrast, Moscow reportedly had around 750 attacks in 2025, including less severe incidents. The user acknowledges that statistics may be subject to manipulation for reporting purposes but highlights the substantial perceived difference.
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Statistical data from Brazil (2014-2024) indicates approximately 415,000 deaths from firearm injuries, compared to about 12,300 deaths from Dengue fever.
This suggests that the mortality rate from violence is significantly higher, roughly 34 times greater, than from Dengue.
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