Police in Brazil stopped a planned bomb attack at Lady Gaga’s concert held on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday.
The event drew a crowd of more than two million people and was one of the largest free concerts the city has hosted in years.
The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro, working with the federal Justice Ministry, revealed that the suspects behind the plot had been trying to organize an attack using homemade explosive devices. Their goal, authorities said, was to gain attention and followers on social media platforms by creating chaos during the high-profile event.
One adult suspect was arrested, and a teenager was taken into custody as part of the investigation. Police have not yet shared details about how close the suspects came to executing their plan or how the explosives were meant to be used during the show.
Security forces had been monitoring potential threats ahead of the concert due to the massive turnout expected for the pop superstar’s performance. Thanks to coordinated efforts between local and national authorities, the plot was stopped before anyone was harmed.
Lady Gaga’s show went on as planned, and there were no disruptions reported during the performance. Thousands of fans filled the iconic beachfront in celebration, unaware of the threat that had been quietly neutralized behind the scenes.
Investigations are ongoing to determine if others were involved in the plot and whether there are any broader connections to extremist groups or online networks promoting violence. Authorities are also looking into how the suspects planned to build and deploy the devices.
Officials praised the swift actions of the police forces and stressed the importance of public safety during major events. They also reassured the public that heightened security measures remain in place for upcoming gatherings.
This incident has raised concerns about the growing influence of online extremism and how social media platforms are being misused by individuals seeking fame through dangerous means.