Nine people suspected of aiding drug trafficking were detained and 100 canisters of fuel were seized yesterday in Albufeira. The operation was carried out by elements of the Maritime Police and the National Republican Guard, after "suspicious movements" were identified.
The nine detainees are men aged between 17 and 29, and were intercepted near Falésia beach. The Coastal Control Unit clarified that the canisters were on the beach, although it did not quantify the total volume of fuel seized.
In addition to the canisters, a vehicle, five registration certificates, three keys belonging to different vehicles, a drone and five mobile phones were also seized. The GNR also revealed that further procedural steps are being taken, in coordination with the Public Prosecutor's Office.
The detainees will be brought before the court for initial judicial questioning and possible application of precautionary measures, after the conclusion of the ongoing procedures.
