Drug-related Crimes
São Paulo experiences the harmful effects of illicit drug trafficking. Drug use contributes to criminal activity that users commit to support their addictions. Several cities are transshipment points for illicit drugs, especially cocaine. Crack cocaine use is increasing in São Paulo. Brazil is the number two consumer of cocaine in the world, behind the U.S., and the number one consumer of crack cocaine in the world. As such, a large portion of crimes have a nexus to narcotics. São Paulo also experiences the effects of persons addicted to illicit drugs. This includes criminal activity, the proceeds from which are used to support their addiction