Early morning road operations in Lisbon, Amadora, and Sintra led to the arrest of 20 individuals, primarily for driving under the influence of alcohol. The Lisbon Metropolitan Command of the PSP (COMETLIS) reported that hundreds of drivers were checked during these operations.
Key Arrest Details:
- 13 arrests were for driving under the influence of alcohol.
- 4 arrests were for driving without a license.
- 1 arrest each for disobedience, drug possession, and dangerous driving.
Operation Highlights:
- Conducted between midnight and 7 AM across five different locations.
- 119 offense notices were issued.
- 10 vehicles were seized, including three that were flagged for seizure in PSP's systems.
- Approximately 40 grams of drugs, 78 grams of an unidentified substance, and 760 euros were confiscated.
Police Presence:
Around 125 officers from various PSP units participated in the operations, aiming to increase police visibility and target risky driving behaviors that directly impact road accident rates.
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