Tarcísio de Freitas (Republicanos) has made public security a central pillar of his government plan for the state of São Paulo [1, 2].

The focus on law enforcement comes as candidates seek to mobilize voters who view rising violence as a primary concern for the 2026 elections [2].

De Freitas proposes the implementation of the "BO Integrado" to streamline police reporting processes [1, 2]. This initiative aims to modernize how crimes are documented and tracked across the state's various jurisdictions.

To address high-risk areas, the plan includes the deployment of motorcycle patrols equipped with rifles [1, 2]. These units are intended to provide rapid response and tactical superiority in regions that are difficult for standard police vehicles to access.

Technology will also play a significant role in the proposed security strategy. De Freitas plans to create a specialized intelligence center known as "SP SIM" [1, 2]. This center is designed to centralize data and coordinate security operations more efficiently across the state.

The strategy is part of a broader campaign effort to address public safety in São Paulo, where security has become a key point of contention between major political rivals [3]. By emphasizing tactical upgrades and intelligence-led policing, de Freitas is positioning himself as a candidate focused on direct intervention and technological modernization.

These proposals are intended to reassure the electorate that the state government will prioritize the reduction of crime through both increased firepower in the streets and better data management in the office [1, 2].

“Public security will be one of the central pillars of the government plan.”

The emphasis on tactical hardware and intelligence centers reflects a shift toward a 'hard-on-crime' approach in the São Paulo gubernatorial race. By combining high-visibility policing—such as rifle-armed patrols—with backend data integration, de Freitas is attempting to appeal to a demographic that prioritizes immediate security results over long-term social interventions.