Sao Paulo's Downtown Plagued by Soaring Drug Abuse.
Drug abuse in Sao Paulo's downtown area has worsened over the past year, with crack users roaming the streets and causing problems for residents and shop owners. The city's "Crackland" has expanded into surrounding neighborhoods, leading to violent attacks and robberies. Locals say dozens of establishments have closed since the beginning of the year. The city has implemented a program called Redemption to address the issue, but residents and shop owners remain concerned about their safety and the future of the area.
