Ronnie Lessa

Ronnie Lessa (born July 15, 1970), rarely and erroneously referred to as Rony or Roni Lessa, is a former military police officer from Rio de Janeiro, retired in 2010, mainly known for being one of the main suspects involved in the assassination of councilwoman Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes, which occurred in Rio de Janeiro on March 14, 2018. He is also known for his connection with the militia in the state.

Prior to the Marielle case, he became notorious for his work as a military and civilian police officer, receiving commendations. In 2009, he survived an assassination attempt but had part of his leg amputated, which ultimately led to his retirement. In 2022, he was convicted of international arms trafficking and is under investigation for the execution of two people in 2000, in an unrelated case to Marielle's murder.