PSP arrests 14 people in drug trafficking network in Vila Franca de Xira
PSP seized 1,604 doses of hashish, 496 doses of cocaine, 306 doses of heroin, and 3.70 doses of amphetamines.

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PSP seized 1,604 doses of hashish, 496 doses of cocaine, 306 doses of heroin, and 3.70 doses of amphetamines.

Two suspects were trafficking on a public street. The PSP approached them and conducted a search, where they seized the narcotics.

The article reports that the obstetrics and gynecology emergency services in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal, will be closed starting March 16. It also highlights various local news, including upcoming national exams, cultural exhibitions like “Nós do Tejo” at Casa do Brasil, and community events such as the Enguia Festival in Salvaterra de Magos. Additionally, there are reports of five individuals detained for various crimes in Vila Franca de Xira.
Five mayors from municipalities served by the Vila Franca de Xira Hospital are taking action against the closure of emergency services. They plan to submit a petition and send a letter to the Minister of Health to express their outrage over the decision, highlighting concerns about public safety and healthcare access.
Update: Mayors to Address Parliament In addition to a petition, the five mayors will also take their concerns to Parliament, seeking to raise awareness and garner support against the closure of emergency services at the Vila Franca de Xira Hospital.

Flooding occurred despite the predicted scenarios for the Tagus River not materialising.

Train services on the North Line between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Alverca have been suspended since 6am due to flooding on the railway. The local council is also restricting access to the Tagus River at Terreiro do Paço as a safety measure.

Several graves and areas of ground were damaged after a storm passed through.

The water level of the River Tagus rose by more than four metres in the early hours. The flooding did not damage local premises but rendered one car unusable.

According to authorities, the incidents took place in the summer of 2025 at the suspect's residence.

The commander of the municipal Civil Protection service in Vila Franca de Xira, António Carvalho, assures that the worst is over. However, the bad weather has led to the closure of a school.

One fatality was recorded after a tree fell onto the victim's car.

The 40-year-old suspect, who breached his court-ordered conditions, was arrested by the PSP of Vila Franca de Xira. He also assaulted his partner and is now in pre-trial detention.

Despite the rapid response of emergency services, the death was declared at the scene. Mainland Portugal is being affected by the passage of Storm Kristin, bringing rain, wind, snow and rough seas.

Severe weather has caused one fatality in Vila Franca de Xira and prompted road closures and the shutting of schools.

Early-morning severe weather in Vila Franca de Xira resulted in one person killed; emergency services attended the scene and authorities are investigating the circumstances.

Despite rapid intervention by emergency services, the fatality was declared at the scene. Mainland Portugal is being affected by the passage of Storm Kristin, bringing rain, wind, snow and rough seas.

Alert was raised at 04:48

PSP (Public Security Police) arrested a 33-year-old man in possession of a pistol, plastic handcuffs and an extendable baton.

Pedro Ricardo, 19, was lured to a meeting with his ex-girlfriend in central Alverca. He suffered a stab wound that punctured his lung and did not survive.

Suspect also fired four times at his ex-father-in-law

Two young women have been charged with aggravated homicide, aggravated theft and possession of a prohibited weapon in connection with the death of a young man in Alverca do Ribatejo.

The two young women are charged with aggravated homicide, aggravated theft and possession of a prohibited weapon, offences allegedly committed against a young man in Alverca do Ribatejo.

A 37-year-old man was arrested after the victim fled to a PSP police station.

The leak was caused by the collapse of a pavement.
