Two suspects of robbery and kidnapping crimes in Braga and Guimarães were subjected to preventive detention, according to a ruling by the DIAP of Braga. The arrests come following an investigation that had been underway for some time.
The robberies occurred between June 11 and July 11, 2026, targeting mobile phone stores. Authorities did not specify how many robberies were committed during this period.
The two individuals were detained by the competent authorities and brought before the court, which decided to apply the most severe precautionary measure. Preventive detention was ordered by the Public Prosecutor's Office.
The case involves the cities of Braga and Guimarães, both located in the Braga district, in northern Portugal. Authorities did not reveal further details about the suspects' identities or the estimated value of the robberies carried out.
