
New Shooting Incidents Reported in Barcelona and Terrassa
Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, are investigating two new incidents involving gunshots in Barcelona and Terrassa, as such events have become more frequent in recent months.
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Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, are investigating two new incidents involving gunshots in Barcelona and Terrassa, as such events have become more frequent in recent months.
Catalan police (Mossos d'Esquadra) are investigating a spectacular fire that occurred in an occupied house in Pineda de Mar, generating a large column of smoke visible from nearby Calella.

Catalan police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, have arrested a man in connection with the fatal shooting of a minor in La Pegaso park in Barcelona, an incident described by the police director as a 'red line'.
The director general of the Catalan police, Trapero, admitted that the presence of Mossos in schools was not well explained and that introducing several officers into a teachers' assembly was a mistake.
The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) are proposing that the occupation of flats for the cultivation of marijuana be classified as a specific crime, termed 'narco-occupation'.
A man assaulted a homeless person and attempted to set them on fire with a lighter while they slept in Barcelona. The victim sustained minor injuries, and Catalan police are investigating the incident and searching for the aggressor.
The Catalan Parliament has requested the dismissal of Trapero and Parlon following allegations that the Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) infiltrated a teachers' assembly, with only the PP and Catalan socialists defending the Interior Minister and police chief.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, stated they comply with the law following allegations of their infiltration into a teachers' assembly.
The Mossos d'Esquadra insist that fewer individuals in Catalonia are repeat offenders for carrying bladed weapons, with Intendant Rodríguez defending the results of security plans.
Minister Niubó has denied security problems in response to a plan to deploy 'mossos' (Catalan police) in high schools, clarifying that these six agents will serve as "coexistence agents" and not replace guidance professionals.
Staff from two institutes in L'Hospitalet, Spain, are protesting the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in their centers, advocating for more social resources and less policing.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, arrested two men after tracking them through several towns in Baix Llobregat, seizing 65 kilograms of hashish and six kilograms of cocaine prepared for distribution across Europe.
The article reports on the Mossos' Charity Race, highlighting the exceptional participation of Consellera Núria Parlon. The event, possibly named "La lucha de Abril," brought together the Catalan police force for a solidarity run.

Catalan police (Mossos) are investigating reports of widespread islamophobic and xenophobic chants during a Spain-Egypt football match, a preparatory game for the 2026 World Cup.
The Catalan police force, Mossos d'Esquadra, has unveiled a new command center that incorporates advanced imaging technology to improve live incident management for operators.

Two years after Carles Puigdemont's second escape, three 'mossos' (Catalan police officers) are reportedly close to trial, while the Junts leader awaits decisions on amnesty for his return.

A judge has indicted three officers from the Catalan police force, Mossos d'Esquadra, on charges of helping Carles Puigdemont escape in the summer of 2024. The officers are accused of facilitating the former Catalan president's flight.
Catalan police, the Mossos, arrested one of the alleged perpetrators of the minor's murder in Pegaso, Barcelona, on Friday night at an apartment in Meridiana.
The Mossos d'Esquadra are searching for two individuals accused of inappropriate touching of two minors at a summer camp in Palamós. The suspects reportedly entered one of the children's rooms, and no arrests have been made yet.
Catalan police (Mossos) suspect that the latest death in Barcelona's Zona Franca area is linked to a Montenegrin clan, possibly the Kavac or Skaljari, who are known to be engaged in a deadly feud across Europe.

The investigation into the death of Isak Andic, initially thought to be an accident, is now focusing on three mobile phones and an SUV. Catalan police are employing advanced technological methods in their inquiry.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, have identified a trend of violent robberies being committed by boys between the ages of 11 and 13.
Ramon Chacon, the general commissioner of the Mossos d'Esquadra, has expressed regret over the spread of hoaxes on social media concerning a crime in Esplugues. He acknowledged a "tragic week" in Catalonia with three murders but noted a 20% decrease in homicides overall.
At least two schools in Tàrrega and L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Catalonia, have refused to allow Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into their facilities.
The educational community in Catalonia is protesting against the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in schools and institutes. They argue that police presence undermines the educational en
A 67-year-old man has been arrested by the Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, in the Sant Andreu district of Barcelona, after he himself alerted authorities around 8:45 AM about his mother's death.
The Mossos d'Esquadra have requested to extend the Susqueda investigation until water levels recede, a move criticized by the defense of the sole accused, Jordi Magentí, who alleges police are delaying resolution.
A complaint has been filed with the Mossos d'Esquadra, the Catalan police, alleging that the Castilian language is currently endangered.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, are investigating the violent death of a man who sustained stab wounds in Olot, with the Criminal Investigation Division of Girona leading the inquiry.
The Mossos d'Esquadra, Catalonia's police force, have introduced a QR code and an anonymous email address to facilitate the reporting of cases of sexual and labor exploitation, emphasizing the importance of citizen collaboration.

The Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, announced a plan to combat organized crime by increasing street presence and reinforcing its criminal analysis division, aiming for 25,000 agents by 2030.
Catalan police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, have stated that the fatal shooting of a minor in Barcelona was not a random act. Police chief Trapero emphasized the seriousness of such crimes and the need to prevent criminals from feeling they are trivialized.
A judge in Lleida has dismissed the case against a Mossos d'Esquadra officer who was suspended from service due to cocaine trafficking allegations, citing insufficient evidence of his involvement.
The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) confirmed that Jonathan Andic lied about walking with his father in the last ten years, as a judge investigates the family therapist's potential involvement in an alleged homicide.
Catalan police (Mossos d'Esquadra) fired shots after a stolen car rammed a police vehicle, leading to the arrest of one suspect.
The prosecution is requesting a 27-year prison sentence for a 'mosso' (Catalan police officer) accused of deceiving and raping a woman with a disability. He is also charged with sexually assaulting his stepson's partner.
Half of the educational institutions in Catalonia that were slated to participate in a program to introduce Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into schools have withdrawn from the pilot project.
An educational community poll reveals opposition to the presence of Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) in high schools, with calls for more educational resources instead of police.
A judge has dismissed the case against three Mossos d'Esquadra accused of helping former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont flee after his brief return, stating there was no evidence they acted 'jointly and coordinately to prevent his arrest and enable his escape.'
Catalonia is implementing a pilot program to introduce Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) into educational centers. This initiative is described by the regional ministry as a 'strongly demanded' measu
The Catalan police, Mossos d'Esquadra, have made initial arrests targeting drug resellers in Barcelona's Raval district, aiming to end their impunity and alleviate conflict in the area.
Catalan police (Mossos) are advising extreme caution during Easter to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever, specifically warning against activities like walking, cycling, or feeding wild boars within a 20 km radius of Cerdanyola.
As reported this Wednesday by the Catalan police, officers of the force made the arrest on March 3rd.