The National Republican Guard (GNR) detained 173 suspects of arson crimes during the year of 2026. This number was presented as part of a balance of the security operations carried out by the authorities.
The balance was shared during the criminal investigation days, an event promoted by the Vila Real Command of the GNR. These days brought together members of the police force to debate and analyze the operations carried out within the scope of criminal investigation.
The data on arrests for arson crimes demonstrates the work of the GNR in combating this type of crime, which is particularly relevant in Portugal, especially during the summer months when the risk of rural fires is highest.
