Catalan Police Propose Criminalizing 'Narco-Occupation'
The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) are proposing that the occupation of flats for the cultivation of marijuana be classified as a specific crime, termed 'narco-occupation'.
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The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) are proposing that the occupation of flats for the cultivation of marijuana be classified as a specific crime, termed 'narco-occupation'.
Barcelona's Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a crime on Balmes Street as a possible settling of scores between Montenegrin mafias, prompting a crisis cabinet meeting after the third fatal shooting in three weeks.

Spanish Mossos police intercepted 12 assault rifles in a Porsche entering the country from France. The capture occurred shortly before a planned visit by the Pope, though the objective of the weapons remains unknown.
Spanish police, including Mossos and Guardia Civil, have arrested a man for selling weapons imported from the Czech Republic, seizing pepper spray, electric defenses, knuckle dusters, and automatic knives.
Severe overnight disturbances erupted in Mataró's Cerdanyola neighborhood following an eviction, with groups of young people clashing with Mossos d'Esquadra using pyrotechnics and throwing objects.
Witnesses report that the gunman in Sant Roc fired at minors, leading the Mossos d'Esquadra to reinforce surveillance in the Badalona neighborhood due to fears of retaliation.
Police unions in L'Hospitalet, Spain, describe a 'critical' and 'unprecedented criminal scenario' due to an exponential increase in weapon use and drug trafficking incidents.

An expert witness hired by the defense in the Jonathan Andic case claims that a Mossos agent fabricated evidence, suggesting the case is tainted by the agent's persistence with the judge.
The voluntary testimony of an involved individual has led to the dismantling of a criminal gang known for high recidivism, which Mossos police had linked to a significant increase in home burglaries in January.
The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a large fight that broke out in the Barcelona metro. A man, who was not involved in the brawl but tried to separate the groups, was injured with a bladed weapon.
Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested two men and two women from a family clan in Pla d'Urgell on suspicion of drug trafficking and belonging to a criminal group.
The Catalan Parliament has requested the dismissal of Trapero and Parlon following allegations that the Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) infiltrated a teachers' assembly, with only the PP and Catalan socialists defending the Interior Minister and police chief.

The son of the Mango fashion chain founder was arrested as a suspect in his father's fatal fall from a cliff and subsequently released on €1 million bail. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the billionaire's death.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, have admitted the normalization of retaliatory shootouts, stating that most conflicts involving firearms originate from drug-related issues.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, have identified a trend of violent robberies being committed by boys between the ages of 11 and 13.
Catalan Interior Minister Parlon and former police chief Trapero have apologized for the infiltration of Mossos d'Esquadra into a teachers' assembly, describing it as a 'well-intentioned but poorly planned operational decision' not made at the political level.
Another shooting incident with no injuries has occurred in the La Mina neighborhood, prompting the Mossos d'Esquadra to open a new investigation to find those responsible.
Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a shooting in Lloret de Mar where a man was wounded in the leg, with suspicions that the incident is connected to an ongoing conflict between rival Montenegrin drug trafficking clans.
Mossos d'Esquadra arrested an alleged rapist in Barcelona during the Feria de Abril, two months after the incident, following identification by the victim.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, are confiscating more than 700 bladed weapons each month during their routine controls.
A package addressed to the CUP political party activated Mossos explosives specialists, who found no explosives but a book with an electronic circuit containing racist and homophobic messages, raising alarms.
The Junts party is demanding a meeting between Consellera Parlon and commanders of the Mossos d'Esquadra to address concerns about insecurity. The post-convergence formation is calling for more Generalitat police officers on the streets and adequate resources for them.
A Mossos d'Esquadra union has defended the right of officers to carry weapons in educational centers, arguing that the Catalan government's pilot program to integrate police into schools puts agents at risk.
Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a shooting incident in the Torrassa neighborhood of L'Hospitalet de Llobregat. Police were alerted by residents and found five bullet casings at the scene.

The conflict between Catalan independentist parties Junts and ERC has escalated, marked by accusations against the Mossos police, vetoes on pacts with Sánchez, and criticism directed at Rufián.
Minister Niubó has denied security problems in response to a plan to deploy 'mossos' (Catalan police) in high schools, clarifying that these six agents will serve as "coexistence agents" and not replace guidance professionals.
A judge has dismissed the case against three Mossos d'Esquadra accused of helping former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont flee after his brief return, stating there was no evidence they acted 'jointly and coordinately to prevent his arrest and enable his escape.'
A person has been seriously injured by multiple gunshots in Barcelona's Sants neighborhood. The Mossos d'Esquadra have launched an investigation into what marks the second shooting incident with injuries in the area within ten days.
A large police operation involving various units of the Mossos d'Esquadra, including riot police and canine units, has been deployed in the Sant Cosme neighborhood of El Prat de Llobregat, Spain.
Salvador Illa maintains confidence in his chief of staff, Eduard Rivas, who is under investigation for a case dating back to his time as mayor and has had his phone seized by the Mossos.
The Spanish Supreme Court has authorized the Mossos d'Esquadra to destroy material seized in connection with the 2017 Catalan independence referendum (1-O), with the condition that one or two samples of each item be preserved.
The Spanish Congress has rejected a bill proposed by Junts that sought to prohibit the burka and niqab, which also included delegating security and identification powers to the Generalitat and the Mossos d'Esquadra.

A Spanish court has ordered the arrest of communicator Jair Domínguez to ensure his appearance in a trial initiated by the Vox party. The resolution follows several phone notices from the judicial office and the Mossos d'Esquadra.
An illegal rave gathered about a hundred people and 80 vehicles on an estate in Les Gavarres. The Mossos d'Esquadra are controlling access, and an eviction has been agreed upon for Sunday afternoon.

The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a group assault on a minor in L'Arboç, who had previously attacked another individual with a disability; no arrests have been made yet but are not ruled out.
Police in Nou Barris, Barcelona, have arrested a man who allegedly defrauded victims of thousands of euros by posing as a real estate agent.
The Mossos d'Esquadra arrested 87 repeat offenders in Barcelona as part of a Pla Kanpai operation, which also resulted in 29 individuals being investigated criminally and 232 administrative complaints processed.
Police are investigating the death of a man who fell from his hotel room balcony on the fourth floor in Lloret, Spain, shortly after midnight on Friday.
Miquel Bort, a traffic agent with the Mossos d’Esquadra, has received the Civil Protection Merit Medal for his long-standing dedication to changing driver mentality and reducing accidents.
Según los Mossos d'Esquadra, se trata de uno de los cinco instrumentos de este tipo que existen actualmente en España

Eduard Sallent, the former head of the Mossos d'Esquadra, has left the police force following his dismissal after the failed detention of Puigdemont.
Catalonia's autonomous police force, Mossos d'Esquadra, has intensified its security operation at the Mobile World Congress, activating nearly all its units due to international conflicts, though the exact number of officers was not disclosed for security reasons.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, have linked the six shooting deaths recorded this year to organized crime. The police plan to lobby for increased penalties for illegal possession of firearms to combat this trend.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have obtained an image of the killer from the shooting on Balmes Street and have located a pistol inside a bicycle helmet in a bin near Gal·la Placídia, close to the National Police station where the incident occurred.
Approximately 200 individuals defied the closure of Collserola Park by participating in a popular walk, despite efforts by Mossos and local police to prevent access. The group managed to enter the park, challenging the restrictions.
The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) confirmed that Jonathan Andic lied about walking with his father in the last ten years, as a judge investigates the family therapist's potential involvement in an alleged homicide.
Five Mossos d'Esquadra officers were injured and three minors were detained during a protest to prevent the eviction of a family with four children in Cerdanyola Mataró, with police citing object throwing and housing unions alleging police violence.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have reinforced the Sant Roc neighborhood with riot police following a minor being wounded by a bullet, amidst concerns of renewed clashes between two rival families in Badalona.
A new police operation by the Mossos d'Esquadra targeting repeat offenders in the Barcelona area has led to a hundred arrests, over 2,000 identifications, and 110 complaints for drug possession or bladed weapons.

The defense for Andic, accused in the death of Mango founder Isak Andic, denies any indications of homicide and claims the Mossos d'Esquadra are fostering his "social condemnation." They are appealing the provisional prison order with a one million euro bail.
Several handbags were stolen from a shop in Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, using the 'alunizaje' (ram-raid) method, with Mossos investigating but no arrests made yet.
A man has been wounded by a gunshot in the entertainment area of Calafell, prompting the Mossos d'Esquadra to open an investigation into the incident.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Barcelona's police force, have successfully reduced robberies on city buses by 40%, leading to the arrest of 79 repeat offenders and the investigation of 136 others with a combined 571 prior police records for theft on public transport.
The Spanish government and the Generalitat are expediting Catalan self-governance measures to safeguard Illa's budgets. A triple summit in Madrid has reportedly unlocked control of the Zona Franca and secured funding to increase the Mossos d'Esquadra force to 25,000 by 2030.

The Mossos d'Esquadra police force has launched an official investigation after a video circulating online showed a group beating a minor in Lleida, Spain.

The global launch of a new limited-edition Swatch watch collaboration led to widespread chaos, massive queues, and scuffles outside stores worldwide, forcing many locations to close. Incidents included tear gas being fired in Paris and police intervention in other cities as crowds overwhelmed staff and premises.
The Mossos d'Esquadra and Barcelona's Guardia Urbana have renewed their cooperation agreement, twenty years after its initial establishment. Under the new convention, the municipal police will also take on judicial police functions.
The Mossos d'Esquadra seized 12 Kalashnikov rifles found inside a high-end vehicle on the AP-7 highway in Spain; the car had evaded a traffic control and was later found abandoned without occupants in Figueres.
An arsonist destroyed 14 cars in Barcelona's Eixample district in a single night. The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating the incident and have stated it is not linked to any claims or protests.

ERC demands the dismissal of Trapero due to the infiltration of teachers' assemblies by Mossos agents.
Ramon Chacon, the general commissioner of the Mossos d'Esquadra, has expressed regret over the spread of hoaxes on social media concerning a crime in Esplugues. He acknowledged a "tragic week" in Catalonia with three murders but noted a 20% decrease in homicides overall.
Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating the death of a woman in Vilanova, Spain, and have detained her partner. The man remains in custody pending an autopsy to determine if the death was natural or a crime.
Half of the educational institutions in Catalonia that were slated to participate in a program to introduce Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into schools have withdrawn from the pilot project.
Two deaths and a series of machete fights have reignited the debate on insecurity in Spain. In response, the Mossos d'Esquadra are reinforcing the confiscation of bladed weapons and emphasizing the effectiveness of existing security plans.
The Popular Party (PP) has called for the appearance of Salvador Illa and an increased police presence on the streets following a series of crimes over the weekend. Vox also presented a declaration in the Parliament, condemning the violence.

A minor has been arrested in Barcelona following the fatal stabbing of a man in the Ciutat Vella area. The incident led to a violent death and left another minor in serious condition.
At least two schools in Tàrrega and L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Catalonia, have refused to allow Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into their facilities.
Four individuals have been arrested in the Rocafonda neighborhood of Mataró in a joint operation by the Mossos d'Esquadra and the local police targeting drug trafficking.
Staff from two institutes in L'Hospitalet, Spain, are protesting the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in their centers, advocating for more social resources and less policing.
A 67-year-old man has been arrested by the Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, in the Sant Andreu district of Barcelona, after he himself alerted authorities around 8:45 AM about his mother's death.
Catalonia is implementing a pilot program to introduce Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into educational centers. This initiative is described by the regional ministry as a 'strongly demanded' measu
Spanish police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, have launched a large-scale operation involving 200 agents in Lleida and Serós. The operation targets a criminal group involved in drug and arms trafficking, with raids on properties and industrial warehouses.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have requested to extend the Susqueda investigation until water levels recede, a move criticized by the defense of the sole accused, Jordi Magentí, who alleges police are delaying resolution.
The Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, have made initial arrests targeting drug resellers in Barcelona's Raval district, aiming to end their impunity and alleviate conflict in the area.
A complaint has been filed with the Mossos d'Esquadra, the Catalan police, alleging that the Castilian language is currently endangered.

Six individuals were rescued safely after their yacht sank off the coast of Badalona, Spain, following an intervention by the Maritime Unit of the Mossos.

Catalan police (Mossos) are investigating reports of widespread islamophobic and xenophobic chants during a Spain-Egypt football match, a preparatory game for the 2026 World Cup.
The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating the sexual assault with penetration of a minor that occurred in an underground parking lot at the bus station in Lloret de Mar.

Spanish police have announced the discovery of the body of an American student who had been reported missing in Barcelona.
Police in Barcelona have dismantled a branch of the Camorra organized crime group dedicated to sending drugs to Italy, seizing over 300 kg of cocaine, 500 kg of hashish, and 10 kg of marijuana.
El balance anual, publicado coincidiendo con el 8-M, revela un aumento en protecciones policiales del 26% y persistencia del problema pese a leves descensos en algunos tipos de violencia de pareja
A man has been provisionally jailed in Ripoll, Spain, following his arrest by the Mossos d'Esquadra last Thursday for alleged sexual assault involving a bladed weapon, along with charges of violence, intimidation, and aggravated assault.
Eduard Sallent, a police commander and former head of the Mossos d'Esquadra, has requested a leave of absence and will depart from his current role as head of the Metro Sud regional area at the end of the month.
Mossos d’Esquadra dismantled a drug dealing flat in Sant Adrià de Besòs, seizing cocaine, hashish, and marijuana valued at nearly 100,000 euros, along with four modern pistols. One drug trafficker was arrested.

Spanish police (Mossos) are investigating the execution-style killings of six people in Barcelona, suspecting organized crime involvement and exploring the hypothesis of a war between Montenegrin clans, likely related to drug trafficking.
Catalan police (Mossos) suspect that the latest death in Barcelona's Zona Franca area is linked to a Montenegrin clan, possibly the Kavac or Skaljari, who are known to be engaged in a deadly feud across Europe.

The Mossos d'Esquadra police are searching for a man who sexually assaulted a minor in a cafe bathroom in Barcelona's Sant Gervasi neighborhood after forcing the door open.
A judge has ordered Vodafone to provide calls and messages from Jonathan Andic's mobile phone in Ecuador, a request made by the Mossos d'Esquadra prior to the defense presenting evidence of his phone's movements in Quito.
The Mossos d'Esquadra believe that a minor in Sant Roc was 'accidentally' injured by a bullet, with initial indications suggesting the shooter fired intimidatorily and a ricocheted bullet struck the child.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested a Camorra fugitive in Barcelona who was wanted for a homicide in Naples, initially apprehending him for identifying himself with false documentation.
L'Hospitalet is implementing a shock plan against insecurity by deploying more police resources, with support from Barcelona's police station and central Mossos d'Esquadra units.
The Pope's upcoming visit to Barcelona will feature a public procession through the city streets to the Sagrada Família, necessitating a large security deployment of 5,600 Mossos officers.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have deployed 600 agents in a large-scale operation against drug trafficking in Girona, with the targeted organization also under investigation for arms possession and money laundering.
Catalan police (Mossos d'Esquadra) fired shots after a stolen car rammed a police vehicle, leading to the arrest of one suspect.
The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a shooting incident in Sabadell, Spain, which left at least one person injured, occurring just a day after another shooting in Viladecans.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have dismantled a marijuana production center in Martorell, leading to the arrest of four individuals from the same family.
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the alleged murder of a man in a farmhouse in Reus, with the Mossos d'Esquadra opening an investigation to clarify the circumstances.

Josep Lluís Trapero has addressed criticism and announced updates to the Mossos d'Esquadra's infiltration protocols. This decision follows a recent controversy surrounding police infiltrations, particularly after an incident at a teachers' assembly.

Parlon apologizes to the affected groups amid a new controversy between the Government and the education sector. Read more
Two individuals were arrested by the Mossos d'Esquadra after attempting to flee with 150 meters of stolen copper cable, causing train delays between Sant Feliu de Llobregat and Molins de Rei.
A man has been arrested in La Riera de Gaià on suspicion of sexually assaulting a minor and is expected to appear before a judge in El Vendrell, with the Mossos d’Esquadra's Investigation Unit handling the case.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, stated they comply with the law following allegations of their infiltration into a teachers' assembly.
A survey in Barcelona questions whether Latin gangs are once again a problem requiring intervention, as the Mossos d'Esquadra intensify efforts to seize bladed weapons and emphasize the effectiveness of their plans.

The Mossos d'Esquadra police force has launched an investigation into the sexual assault of a minor that occurred late Saturday night in the Raval neighborhood of Barcelona.
The Mossos d'Esquadra insist that fewer individuals in Catalonia are repeat offenders for carrying bladed weapons, with Intendant Rodríguez defending the results of security plans.
The Catalan Minister of Education and FP, Niubó, has offered dialogue to unions regarding the controversial pilot program to introduce Mossos d'Esquadra into schools, while emphasizing the lack of budget for such initiatives.
Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating a shooting in the Torrassa neighborhood of l'Hospitalet after reports of five gunshots being heard.

Police have arrested a man in Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, in connection with the violent death of a woman. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
An educational community poll reveals opposition to the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in high schools, with calls for more educational resources instead of police.
The educational community in Catalonia is protesting against the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in schools and institutes. They argue that police presence undermines the educational en
The Mossos d'Esquadra have dismantled a criminal group involved in marijuana and weapons trafficking in Lleida, arresting 12 members including its leaders.
A woman gave birth on the shoulder of the C-16 highway near Castellbell i el Vilar in Catalonia, with the delivery assisted by the Mossos d'Esquadra police.
A man has turned himself in to the Mossos d'Esquadra, confessing his involvement in a fatal stabbing that occurred last Saturday night in the Horta-Guinardó district of Barcelona.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, arrested two men after tracking them through several towns in Baix Llobregat, seizing 65 kilograms of hashish and six kilograms of cocaine prepared for distribution across Europe.
The Mossos d'Esquadra will discreetly monitor a dangerous prisoner who is scheduled for release, following a request from the Lleida Prosecutor's Office for control over the un-rehabilitated violent robber.
The article reports on the Mossos' Charity Race, highlighting the exceptional participation of Consellera Núria Parlon. The event, possibly named "La lucha de Abril," brought together the Catalan police force for a solidarity run.
An apartment fire on 1 Maja Street in Szczecin, Poland, resulted in one fatality and the evacuation of over 40 residents.
Catalan police (Mossos) are advising extreme caution during Easter to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever, specifically warning against activities like walking, cycling, or feeding wild boars within a 20 km radius of Cerdanyola.

Malaysian police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a charred body and a burnt motorcycle in Kulim.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, are investigating the violent death of a man who sustained stab wounds in Olot, with the Criminal Investigation Division of Girona leading the inquiry.
The Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating the events and searching for the attacker.

Eduard Sallent, the former head of the Mossos d'Esquadra who was elevated by ERC and later removed by the Illa government after 8-A, is departing following several controversies, including the escape of Puigdemont.
The Catalan police force, Mossos d'Esquadra, has unveiled a new command center that incorporates advanced imaging technology to improve live incident management for operators.
Police in Manlleu, Spain, have concluded that the deaths of five minors in a fire were accidental, caused by asphyxiation from smoke inhalation.

The Mobile World Congress in Barcelona is under heightened security with over 2,000 Mossos agents deployed, reinforcing security spaces and making armament changes due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The Mossos d’Esquadra have launched an investigation into the violent death of a man in Balsareny, with the Criminal Investigation Division working to clarify the circumstances.