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A defendant detained for attempted homicide escaped from the Ponte de Sor Court on Wednesday during preparations for a judicial interrogation. The incident involved several gunshots fired inside and around the building, leading authorities to close the court for safety while a search operation continues.
The man who escaped from the Ponte de Sor court last month is facing 20 charges, including five counts of attempted murder, possession of a prohibited weapon, resisting and coercing an official, aggravated threats, and qualified damage. According to the Public Prosecutor's Office, many of the acts were committed in the context of a conflict between rival families. The 37-year-old suspect escaped on May 13 during preparations for a judicial interrogation, an incident that involved gunfire. After releasing a video claiming he feared for his family's safety, he surrendered to authorities on May 26 and is now being held in pre-trial detention at the Elvas Prison.
These are forecasts and may still change until the markets close tomorrow. Additionally, the man who escaped from the Ponte de Sor Court is indicted for 20 crimes.
He is charged with five counts of attempted murder, three counts of resisting and coercing a public official, nine counts of aggravated threats, two counts of qualified damage, and one count of illegal possession of a weapon.
The man who escaped from the Ponte de Sor Court and turned himself in a few days later is indicted for 20 crimes, 5 of which are attempted murder.
The Public Prosecutor's Office maintains it is “indicated that a large part of the facts were committed in the context of a conflict between rival families.”
The escapee ended up turning himself in at the same court and is now in pre-trial detention.
Alert was given at 11:05 am.
The case dates back to the 13th of this month. The man turned himself in to the GNR yesterday afternoon and will await the progress of the proceedings at the Elvas prison facility.
The defendant received the most severe coercive measure and was taken to the Elvas Prison Establishment.
Manuel Machado's escape from the Ponte de Sor court demonstrates the lack of security in many courthouses.
In this six-minute video, the defendant, who identifies himself as Manuel Machado, reveals he is “very sorry” for what he did and justifies being “in this situation” because he is “very afraid”.
The defendant who escaped from the Ponte de Sor court and remains a fugitive has posted a video on social media promising to surrender to the authorities. In the six-minute recording, the suspect justifies his escape by citing fear of threats, particularly against his family, including his pregnant wife. The escape occurred on May 12th in Ponte de Sor. The case relates to alleged firearm discharges against a vehicle, as well as the crime of resisting and coercing a public official. The escape took place during his first judicial interrogation. The defendant, who is suspected of homicide, claimed he was not “entirely” guilty and alleged that others involved were also to blame. The escape was facilitated by a group of people who formed a human chain, hindering the GNR's efforts. The High Council of the Judiciary (CSM) noted that there had been previous reports of disturbances and security concerns at courts in the district, leading to requests for increased security measures.
Man shares a video on TikTok where he guarantees that he will turn himself in to the authorities.
A 37-year-old man was being held for attempted murder. The escape occurred this Wednesday during preparations for an interrogation and was facilitated by family members.
A 37-year-old defendant escaped from the court on Wednesday, where he was being held for questioning.
A suspect in an attempted murder case managed to escape from the GNR, who had to face a crowd of “about two dozen” people at the courthouse door.
The parliamentary group wants to know what urgent measures will be taken following shots fired and the escape of a detained defendant. Back in April, the district court had already warned about the lack of permanent surveillance in judicial buildings.
Shots were fired by military personnel as a warning
A 37-year-old detainee escaped on Wednesday from the Ponte de Sor Court, where he was being held for questioning.
Socialists warn that the escape “calls into question the safety of magistrates, judicial staff, and security forces” and highlight that the case also affects “public trust in the functioning of the justice system.”
The GNR is searching for the man who escaped from the Ponte de Sor Court yesterday. The man is accused of attempted murder. He fled while he was about to be heard by the judge.
The PS has demanded clarifications from the Minister of Justice, Rita Júdice, regarding the escape of a detained defendant from the Ponte de Sor Court, in the Portalegre district, and described the case as being of extreme gravity.
Socialists describe the events at the Ponte de Sor Court as “extremely serious”
The Socialist Party (PS) has demanded explanations from Justice Minister Rita Júdice following the escape of a defendant from the Ponte de Sor Court in Portalegre, describing the incident as 'extremely serious'. The 37-year-old suspect, who was being held for attempted murder, escaped on Wednesday during a judicial interrogation, an event that involved gunfire inside and around the building. The presiding judge of the Portalegre district, Francisco Galvão Correia, noted that the court had previously warned the ministry about security deficiencies and recent disturbances involving rival groups. The PS parliamentary group is now questioning the government on the specific circumstances of the escape and what measures will be taken to improve security in judicial buildings.
The party wants to know what information the Government has regarding “the specific circumstances that allowed the escape.” It also asks whether the ministry and relevant services were previously alerted to security deficiencies in the courts of the Portalegre district.
The individual who fled from the courthouse in Ponte de Sor is still being sought by authorities.
A defendant who was being held at the Ponte de Sor Court has escaped and is currently at large.
The man was at the court for a judicial interrogation related to attempted murder crimes.
A diversionary tactic leads to an escape from the Ponte de Sor court. The GNR has launched a manhunt.
