PSP recorded 52 weapon-related crimes committed in schools
The number of crimes involving weapons rose by 36.8% in the 2024/2025 school year. Forty-three bladed weapons were detected.
New PSP operation in schools against violence begins today
Pupils warned that, even though they are minors, there will be consequences if they commit acts that could be classified as crimes.
New PSP operation in schools starts today to tackle violence
The operation 'Violence? No, thank you!' will run until the end of the month and is aimed at pupils in the 3rd cycle of basic education and in secondary education.
PSP preventing violence in Portugal schools
Home News PSP preventing violence in Portugal schools PSP preventing violence in Portugal schools The PSP is launching a new anti-violence operation in schools today, after recording more than 2,000 crimes within school grounds last academic year, including physical assaults, threats and verbal a
Young person arrested for drug dealing near a school in Tavira
The suspect tried to flee and to discard the drugs he had on him. He also caused damage to a vehicle.
54 weapons found in Portuguese schools in the 2024/2025 academic year
In the most recent academic year the police recorded 52 offences of weapon use and possession, while in the 2023/2024 academic year they identified 38 such offences.
54 weapons found in Portuguese schools in the 2024/2025 school year
The PSP (Public Security Police) also identified 130 incidents of bullying and 21 of cyberbullying.
54 weapons found in Portuguese schools, 2024/25
RTP reports that 54 weapons were found across Portuguese schools during the 2024/2025 school year, a figure prompted by school-safety monitoring and local policing actions. The coverage does not list all incident types but highlights an ongoing concern about student safety and weapon detection in schools. Parents and school communities should ask their schools about safety protocols and local measures to prevent and respond to such incidents.
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54 weapons found in Portuguese schools in the 2024/2025 school year
Authorities reported that 54 weapons were discovered across schools in Portugal during the 2024/2025 school year.
Young person victim of rape at a school in Guimarães
The crime is believed to have been committed inside the school premises.
Swimming instructor arrested in Lisbon for sexual abuse of two pupils aged 7 and 11
Authorities say there may be further victims at this stage.
Students assault 14-year-old classmate and film it at a school in Oeiras
The victim was provoked and attacked by several classmates at a school in Porto Salvo, Oeiras. The outraged father fears for his son's safety and wants him transferred. The main aggressor has been suspended and disciplinary proceedings have been opened.
PSP operation 'Play Safely' taken to schools to prevent violence in sport
The operation was carried out by teams from the Safe School Programme across the country, running until Friday.
PSP launches national schools operation to prevent violence in sport
The national operation 'Joga pelo Seguro' (Play for Safety) is being carried out by teams from the Escola Segura programme across the country until Friday.
Teacher stands trial at Leiria Court on two counts of mistreating pupils
The defendant, aged 51, slapped a six-year-old pupil for displaying 'restless behaviour'.
Teacher arrested for sexual abuse at a Lisbon school
The pupil is 12 years old and has a 'permanent neurological disorder'.
Student terror faces custodial sentence. Young man attacked victims with a katana at school gates
A 19-year-old will hear the court's decision at the Cascais court. He is currently held in the young offenders' institution in Leiria.
Portuguese schools still not protected against health risks posed by asbestos
Twenty years since the European Union outlawed asbestos in buildings – due to the fact that it is responsible for 75% of professional cancers – and Portugal’s schoolchildren are still The post Portuguese schools still not protected against health risks posed by asbestos appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Nearly 270 schools in Portugal still have asbestos ceilings
In 2025 these materials were removed from only 34 sites, not always in compliance with the law.
Almost 270 schools in Portugal still have asbestos ceilings
In 2025 these materials were removed from only 34 premises, not always in compliance with the law.