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Suspicious boat in Sesimbra: Authorities investigate drug trafficking and fuel smuggling

Now7 September 2026 at 11:11

Authorities are investigating a suspect boat in the Sesimbra area, in the district of Setúbal. The vessel is undergoing forensic examination by the competent authorities. The investigations are focused on the boat's presumed involvement in drug trafficking and fuel smuggling activities.

The situation remains unconfirmed, as there is also the matter of an alleged landing of a group of migrants who are said to have arrived via this vessel. The exact circumstances of this possible landing have not yet been confirmed.

The boat was intercepted or identified in the Sesimbra area, leading to the opening of the investigation process. Authorities continue to analyze the evidence collected at the scene to determine the nature of the illegal activities carried out.

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