Drug trafficking and violent fights in the capital. Images from residents and traders show the reality in central Lisbon

Residents and traders from central Lisbon shared images documenting situations of drug trafficking and violent fights in the historic area of the city. The images reveal the reality experienced daily by those who live and work in that part of the Portuguese capital. Most of the complaints received by authorities are related to incidents on the axis that runs from Largo de São Domingos to Martim Moniz, passing through Mouraria. This historic area has been the scene of security problems that affect both residents and local traders.