Police Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run Incident During Inspection in Lisbon
Sic Notícias6 months ago
860

Police Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run Incident During Inspection in Lisbon

Crime
police
lisbon
crime
publicsafety
hashish
Share this content:

Summary:

  • Police officer injured during inspection in Lisbon's Parque das Nações.

  • Incident occurred at a gas station around 2:15 AM.

  • Driver attempted to flee, injuring the officer in the process.

  • Suspect arrested 1.5 km from the scene, found with 87.7 grams of hashish.

  • Driver is set to appear in court on Monday.

Incident Overview

A police officer was injured early Saturday morning after being struck by a vehicle while conducting a routine inspection at a gas station in Lisbon's Parque das Nações. The officer required hospital treatment but is now reported to be in good condition.

Details of the Incident

According to the Public Security Police (PSP), the incident occurred around 2:15 AM when officers approached a vehicle associated with a private company suspected of breaching trust laws. The driver, a 21-year-old, attempted to flee the scene, dragging the officer with him, who was then thrown against another parked vehicle.

Arrest and Evidence

The PSP managed to locate the suspect approximately 1.5 kilometers from the scene. The driver attempted to escape on foot but was quickly apprehended. He is set to appear in court on Monday. During the investigation, officers discovered 87.7 grams of hashish in the vehicle.

Police Action Image Source: PSP

Comments

0

Join Our Community

Sign up to share your thoughts, engage with others, and become part of our growing community.

No comments yet

Be the first to share your thoughts and start the conversation!

Newsletter

Subscribe our newsletter to receive our daily digested news

Join our newsletter and get the latest updates delivered straight to your inbox.

OR
PortugalToday.news logo

PortugalToday.news

Get PortugalToday.news on your phone!

Other Latest News

Chaos at Madeira Airport: Only Six Flights Landed Since 4 PM

Chaos at Madeira Airport: Only Six Flights Landed Since 4 PM

3 hours ago
870
Montenegro's Bold Speech in Madrid: A Call for Authority and Critique of Costa's Policies

Montenegro's Bold Speech in Madrid: A Call for Authority and Critique of Costa's Policies

5 hours ago
1010
Tragic Plane Crash in Benavente Leaves Pilot Seriously Injured

Tragic Plane Crash in Benavente Leaves Pilot Seriously Injured

4 hours ago
870
Cape Verde Celebrates Independence: A Journey from Colonial Subjugation to Sovereignty

Cape Verde Celebrates Independence: A Journey from Colonial Subjugation to Sovereignty

2 hours ago
950
Carneiro's Leadership Strategy: Uniting a Divided PS Amidst Political Turmoil

Carneiro's Leadership Strategy: Uniting a Divided PS Amidst Political Turmoil

1 hour ago
820
PS National Secretariat Elected with 75% Approval Under Carneiro's Leadership

PS National Secretariat Elected with 75% Approval Under Carneiro's Leadership

9 hours ago
920
Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo Returns Controversial 'Hanging Rope' Gift from ADN in Madeira

Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo Returns Controversial 'Hanging Rope' Gift from ADN in Madeira

7 hours ago
990
20 Arrested in Overnight Road Operations Across Lisbon, Amadora, and Sintra

20 Arrested in Overnight Road Operations Across Lisbon, Amadora, and Sintra

10 hours ago
960
Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo Rejects ADN-Madeira's Controversial Gift

Presidential Candidate Gouveia e Melo Rejects ADN-Madeira's Controversial Gift

11 hours ago
890
Three Arrested for Robbery in Lisbon: Two Face Preventive Detention

Three Arrested for Robbery in Lisbon: Two Face Preventive Detention

14 hours ago
990
Lisbon City Council Advises Employees on Working During Vacation - Controversy Erupts

Lisbon City Council Advises Employees on Working During Vacation - Controversy Erupts

8 hours ago
830
Liverpool Stars Gather in Portugal to Mourn Diogo Jota After Tragic Accident

Liverpool Stars Gather in Portugal to Mourn Diogo Jota After Tragic Accident

17 hours ago
960
German Paleontologist in Algarve Now Leads Scientific Tourism Tours

German Paleontologist in Algarve Now Leads Scientific Tourism Tours

20 hours ago
920
PS Leadership Shakeup: Carneiro Appoints New National Secretariat Members

PS Leadership Shakeup: Carneiro Appoints New National Secretariat Members

13 hours ago
1010
Algarve's Water Restrictions Partially Lifted Amidst Recovery - What You Need to Know

Algarve's Water Restrictions Partially Lifted Amidst Recovery - What You Need to Know

16 hours ago
960
Heatwave Alert: Seven Portuguese Districts Under Yellow Warning as Temperatures Near 40°C

Heatwave Alert: Seven Portuguese Districts Under Yellow Warning as Temperatures Near 40°C

19 hours ago
990
Tragedy Strikes: Pregnant Woman from Barreiro Loses Baby After Hour-Long Journey

Tragedy Strikes: Pregnant Woman from Barreiro Loses Baby After Hour-Long Journey

21 hours ago
960
Foreign National Arrested in Lisbon for Sexual Abuse of a Minor Under 16

Foreign National Arrested in Lisbon for Sexual Abuse of a Minor Under 16

22 hours ago
900
Portugal's Bold Move: New Dam in Algarve and Lifted Restrictions on Water Wells

Portugal's Bold Move: New Dam in Algarve and Lifted Restrictions on Water Wells

1 day ago
920
Lisbon's Festivals Shine with Alcântara and Bairro Alto Winning the Popular Marches

Lisbon's Festivals Shine with Alcântara and Bairro Alto Winning the Popular Marches

18 hours ago
950