The commander of the Lisbon Metropolitan Command of the PSP spoke today on the issue of security, defending that "less alarmist discourses" are needed from society. The police official believes that public debate on security should be more measured and avoid alarmism that may unnecessarily frighten the population.
According to the commander, public security cannot be resolved with speeches alone, but rather with effective and concrete work on the ground. His position emphasized the need for practical actions and not just public statements about the state of crime or safety on the streets.
The commander also highlighted the importance of coordination between different entities in managing security. In particular, he referred to the need for closer collaboration with local authorities, recognizing that municipalities play a fundamental role in the security ecosystem of cities.
This intervention comes in the context of a broader debate on urban security in Lisbon, where measures to improve police presence and citizens' sense of safety have been discussed. The police official therefore appealed for an approach based on concrete data and institutional cooperation, rather than discourses that may generate unnecessary fear among the population.
