Major Drug Bust in Lisbon: PSP Arrests Suspect with 4kg of Narcotics and Illegal Firearms
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Major Drug Bust in Lisbon: PSP Arrests Suspect with 4kg of Narcotics and Illegal Firearms

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Summary:

  • PSP arrests a suspect in Lisbon during a drug trafficking operation in Penha de França.

  • Seizure includes 4 kg of various drugs: hashish, ecstasy, and liamba.

  • Two illegal firearms confiscated: a .22 revolver and a 9 mm pistol.

  • Operation took place on Rua do Triângulo Vermelho at 19:20 on a Saturday.

  • Suspect to face judicial measures for drug trafficking and illegal weapon possession.

PSP Intervenes in Drug Trafficking Operation

In a swift operation, the PSP (Public Security Police) halted a drug trafficking deal in the Penha de França area of Lisbon, leading to the arrest of a suspect. The incident occurred on Saturday at 19:20 on Rua do Triângulo Vermelho, as confirmed by a police source to CM.

Details of the Seizure

During the intervention, officers observed a man preparing to sell drugs and immediately detained him. A subsequent search of his residence revealed a significant haul:

  • 1 kg of hashish
  • 16 packages containing a total of 0.5 kg of ecstasy
  • 2.5 kg of liamba (a type of cannabis)
  • Various materials related to drug trafficking

Additionally, two illegally possessed firearms were found:

  • A .22 caliber revolver
  • A 9 mm pistol

Legal Proceedings

The suspect is set to be presented before a judge for the application of coercive measures. This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by authorities to combat drug-related crimes in the city.

Image: [Visual representation of seized items]

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