Major Police Operation in Martim Moniz: One Arrest and Seizures of Counterfeit Goods and Cash

Police Operation in Martim Moniz

A strong police presence from the PSP (Public Security Police) conducted a special criminal prevention operation in Lisbon's Martim Moniz area, known for frequent weapon-related incidents. This operation involved executing six non-residential search warrants.

By mid-afternoon, the preliminary results indicated that the operation led to one arrest for illegal possession of drugs and a firearm, along with the seizure of nearly 100 counterfeit items and approximately 1400 euros in cash related to counterfeiting.

According to Commissioner Ana Ricardo, the operation aimed to “instill a sense of security” among the public and address identified criminal situations, particularly physical assaults involving bladed weapons. The police also mentioned ongoing efforts to verify the legality of several immigrants' situations.

The operation brought together various police units, including traffic, public order, criminal investigation, and police oversight, in coordination with the EUCCEV / 11th Section of the DIAP of Lisbon.

Objectives of the Operation

The police's initial objectives included:

• Detaining suspects involved in illegal firearm possession.
• Seizing any weapons found in the vehicles of suspects.
• Increasing the sense of safety for public transport users and monitoring suspicious individuals in these areas.

The PSP expressed its intent to focus police actions in areas identified as high-risk, such as cafés and community associations, based on information collected during the planning and execution of operations.

This operation is expected to enhance public safety and tranquility in the targeted locations and their surrounding areas, allowing for better control, detection, and prevention of illegal weapons and their components.