How does the PJ detect underage extremists online?
Social networks and gaming platforms are often the first point of contact with violent and hateful content, before radicalisation on encrypted platforms, where people 'speak freely'.
Kills a relative and sets the body on fire in Felgueiras
The suspect is a 26-year-old man who has now been arrested by the Porto Judicial Police.
Judicial Police arrest swimming instructor over sexual abuse of children aged seven and eleven
The Polícia Judiciária has arrested a swimming instructor suspected of sexually abusing two children, aged seven and eleven.
Luxury wine investment scheme leaves hundreds of victims in Portugal
PRESS REVIEW || In Portugal there is already at least one formal complaint filed with the Polícia Judiciária (Judicial Police) and an organised group of victims.
Mayor of Aveiro remains calm amid searches
The mayor says he faced the visit by the Judicial Police 'with tranquillity'. Luís Souto confirms that folders and documents dating from previous terms were taken. He notes he has been leading the municipality for just over two months.
Judicial Police carry out searches at Setúbal City Council
Portugal's Polícia Judiciária is conducting searches at the offices of the Setúbal City Council as part of an ongoing investigation.
Man arrested for attempted murder in Albufeira
The Polícia Judiciária arrested the 72-year-old man who, during a physical confrontation with another man, inflicted two stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. The incident occurred at a caravan park in Albufeira.
Nurse convicted of killing and dismembering a young IT professional in the Algarve is believed to have had help during her escape
The killer, sentenced to 23 years in prison, has been on the run for six months. The Polícia Judiciária (PJ) suspects she planned the escape well in advance and believes the young woman continues to receive support.
Lawyer Paulo Topa detained in Porto in investigation into embezzlement
The Polícia Judiciária (PJ) detained lawyer Paulo Topa in Porto on Sunday, a police source told Lusa, saying the action took place as part of an investigation into embezzlement.