PJ detains suspect in Lisbon for homicide committed in Brazil
The Judicial Police have detained a suspect in Lisbon for a homicide that occurred in Brazil. The detention was confirmed by the PJ.
Suspect in Brazil homicide detained by PJ in Lisbon
The Judicial Police (PJ) detained in Lisbon an individual suspected of having committed a homicide in Brazil, according to information released by the institution itself and reported by Google News PT — Crime (pt).
The detention took place in the Portuguese capital, where the suspect was located following the crime allegedly committed in Brazilian territory. The PJ did not disclose additional details about the identity of the detainee or about the exact circumstances of the homicide.
The detention in Portugal of suspects for crimes committed abroad falls within the mechanisms of international judicial cooperation, which permit the provisional detention of individuals following formal requests issued by the authorities of the country where the crime occurred.
The case is expected to proceed to judicial review, with a view to the possible extradition of the suspect to Brazil.
Source: Google News PT — Crime (pt)