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GNR detains 173 suspects for arson crime in 2026Photo by Alexas_Fotos on Pexels
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GNR detains 173 suspects for arson crime in 2026

Diário de Leiria12 September 2026 at 12:00

The Republican National Guard (GNR) detained 173 suspects for arson crime during the year 2026. This number represents a significant increase compared to the previous year.

In 2025, the GNR had detained 68 suspects for the same type of crime. This comparison reveals that the number of arrests for arson crimes more than doubled from one year to the next.

The data suggests an increase in criminal activity related to fires or an intensification of enforcement and investigation efforts by the GNR.

Why this matters

The significant increase in the number of arrests for arson may reflect an intensification of GNR's enforcement efforts or a worsening of arson crimes in the country, directly affecting the safety of populations and the fight against wildfires in Portugal.

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