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A Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP) fez uma grande operação em Lisboa para melhorar a segurança. A operação ocorreu na área de Martim Moniz e resultou na detenção de 38 pessoas por vários crimes. As autoridades verificaram a legalidade de residentes e comércios e encontraram produtos falsificados . Esta ação faz parte da campanha "Portugal Sempre Seguro".
Translation
The Public Security Police (PSP) conducted a major operation in Lisbon to enhance safety. The operation took place in the Martim Moniz area and led to the arrest of 38 individuals for various crimes. Authorities checked the legality of residents and businesses and discovered counterfeit goods. This action is part of the "Portugal Always Safe" campaign.
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Question 1: Where did the PSP operation take place?
The operation took place in Martim Moniz, Lisbon.
Question 2: What was one of the outcomes of the operation?
The authorities found counterfeit products during the operation.
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▌09/11/2024
In a coordinated effort to enhance public safety and ensure compliance with territorial legalities, the Portuguese Public Security Police (PSP) conducted a major operation in Lisbon's Santa Maria Maior parish, specifically targeting the Martim Moniz area. This operation was part of the "Portugal Always Safe" campaign and resulted in the arrest of 38 individuals over the past 24 hours.
The operation involved the collaboration of various governmental agencies, including the Authority of Economic and Food Safety (ASAE), and aimed at scrutinising commercial establishments and individuals. This initiative sought to address illegal activities and ensure compliance with immigration laws. According to the authorities, actions were taken to verify the legality of residents and the operating credentials of local businesses.
Among those apprehended, offences ranged from driving under the influence, operating a vehicle without a legal license, to more severe charges such as drug trafficking and domestic violence. Furthermore, arrests were executed based on outstanding warrants, and there were instances of resistance to police officers and other undisclosed infractions.
PSP Operation in Lisbon Leads to 38 Arrests (Illustration)
The operation also saw the involvement of the Unidade Especial de Polícia and intervention teams, underscoring the scale and importance of this oversight activity. Authorities revealed that some individuals were brought in for identification purposes, although no immediate arrests were made during these checks.
In a related move, ASAE inspectors discovered and confiscated counterfeit goods within the commercial area, primarily focusing on high-value items such as bags emulating well-known brands. While this seizure highlights ongoing issues with illegal trade, there is no indication that the items were linked to the individuals transported for questioning.
This intervention is one of several operations undertaken to combat illegal immigration and other criminal activities, as directed by governmental authorities to reinforce policing measures across the nation. Officials emphasize that these operations are routine, aiming to uphold the law without relying on specific allegations or triggers.
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