The Judicial Police (Polícia Judiciária or PJ) detained a 40-year-old man at Lisbon airport suspected of belonging to an international drug trafficking network that operated mainly via the port of Leixões, RTP reports. Authorities say the detention is part of an ongoing investigation into cross-border trafficking; further inquiries and possible charges could follow. Travellers and residents near ports should expect continued police activity and follow official guidance.
PJ detains suspect linked to international trafficking
Saturday, 21 February 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
The Judicial Police (Polícia Judiciária) is Portugal’s national criminal investigation force that handles serious crimes such as homicide, organised crime, corruption and major fraud. It conducts criminal inquiries alongside prosecutors, so if you are involved in or affected by a serious criminal case in Portugal the PJ leads investigative work and consular assistance may be helpful.