Five individuals suspected of committing armed bank robberies and engaging in money laundering have been detained in the Greater Lisbon area. The arrests were made by the Polícia Judiciária (PJ) as part of an ongoing investigation into a criminal group that has been active since August 2024.
Details of the Arrests
The suspects, apprehended by the National Unit Against Terrorism, are accused of using firearms, kidnapping, and physical violence during their robberies. These arrests follow the detention of four other alleged robbers earlier this month.
Criminal Activities
The group targeted bank branches across southern and central Portugal, including Lisbon, amassing significant sums of money. In addition to robbery, they are suspected of money laundering.
Legal Measures and Seizures
Three of the nine detainees have been placed in preventive detention, while the other six face non-custodial measures. Authorities have seized:
- Firearms
- 11 vehicles and a motorcycle
- Telecommunications equipment and computers
- Approximately €20,000 in cash
The investigation is being led by the Department of Investigation and Penal Action of Santarém.
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