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GNR detained 567 people and recorded around 8,000 traffic violations in one week

Braga TV12 September 2026 at 17:00

The National Republican Guard (GNR) detained 567 people caught in the act during the week of September 4 to 10, across the entire national territory. The security force released this weekly operational report today, which covered various criminal enforcement and prevention actions.

During the same period, the GNR recorded 7,975 traffic violations across the country. These violations include various breaches of road traffic rules, from speeding to other driving-related offenses.

Driving under the influence of alcohol was identified as the main cause of detention, resulting in 225 arrests. This data highlights the significant weight of this offense among the reasons that led to the detention of suspects caught in the act during the week in question.

Why this matters

Readers of this region are directly affected by intensified road enforcement, especially drivers who face increased surveillance during security operations. This report follows a week of coordinated operations to combat crime on Portuguese roads.

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