Gunfire in Quinta da Fonte in Loures linked to drug trafficking conflict
Several people in a car fired dozens of shots at another vehicle in a neighbourhood in Loures. There were no victims, but authorities suspect a settling of scores in the drug trade.
Gunfire in Quinta da Fonte in Loures linked to drug trafficking conflict
A firearm incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Quinta da Fonte, a parish in the municipality of Loures. Individuals aboard one car approached another parked vehicle and fired several shots.
According to information released by Correio da Manhã, the attackers fired more than ten times before rapidly abandoning the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, although the car that was hit sustained visible damage, particularly to its windows.
The security forces investigating the case do not rule out the possibility that this was a confrontation between rival groups involved in drug trafficking. Quinta da Fonte is an area that has experienced episodes of crime associated with drug trafficking.
The authorities are continuing their investigation to identify those responsible and clarify all the details of what occurred.
Source: Correio da Manhã