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Police Operations in Martim Moniz
Martim Moniz, Lisbon
Native name Operações Policiais no Martim Moniz
English namePolice Operations in Martim Moniz
DateFebruary 13, 2007; 17 years ago (2007-02-13) – present
DurationOngoing (2007–2024)
VenueMartim Moniz, Lisbon, Portugal
LocationMartim Moniz, Lisbon
TypeLaw enforcement operations
ThemeCrime prevention and public safety
CauseReports of illegal activities and public complaints
MotiveCombatting drug trafficking, illegal immigration, theft, vandalism, and public disturbances
TargetIllegal activities and immigration control
PerpetratorVarious individuals and groups
Organised byPSP
Polícia Judiciária
SEF
Inspecção Tributária
ASAE
ParticipantsLaw enforcement agencies, local residents
OutcomeMultiple arrests, contraband seized, recurring public criticism
ArrestsMany
ChargesDrug trafficking, selling counterfeit goods, illegal immigration
Operations are conducted regularly in response to recurring issues in the area.

This is a list of police operations in Martim Moniz from 2007 to December 2024.

List of operations

February 13, 2007

On February 13, 2007, a major operation in Martim Moniz led to the detention of 29 individuals. The police conducted street checks, requiring anyone passing through the area to present identification. The focus was on controlling illegal immigration and verifying the legality of commercial activities.

April 10, 2008

On April 10, 2008, an operation spanned from Martim Moniz to Alameda. While numerous individuals were identified, no arrests were made.

November 26, 2008

Just seven months later, another operation led to no arrests but resulted in the seizure of counterfeit perfumes, belts, and clothing from local businesses.

December 10, 2010

Main article: Operation in Martim Moniz (2010)

On December 10, 2010, a major raid in Martim Moniz resulted in five arrests and 1535 suspects caught. The operation included isolating the commercial center, blocking metro access, and cutting off local traffic. The focus was to restrain illegal activities and improving public safety.

July 17, 2023

On July 17, 2023, the Polícia Judiciária's Counterterrorism Unit carried out an operation targeting illegal immigration. The action included 20 search warrants executed across houses and hostels in Martim Moniz. Simultaneously, coordinated arrests were made in Vila Franca de Xira and the South Bank of the Tagus, leading to six detentions.

November 19, 2024

On November 8, 2024, the government launched the “Portugal Sempre Seguro” campaign, which spanned six weeks. On November 19, 2024, a police operation in Martim Moniz detained two individuals. The PSP described this as a “special operation for criminal prevention”.

December 19, 2024

Main article: Operation in Martim Moniz (2024)

On December 19, 2024, the PSP carried out a special operation in Martim Moniz focused on criminal prevention. The operation currently has led to the detention of two individuals.

References

  1. ^ Torres 2024.
  2. Soares 2010.
  3. Notícias 2010.
  4. Portugal 2010.
  5. Alves 2024.
  6. Ramos 2024.
  7. RTP 2024.

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