PSP detains two men for synthetic drugs trafficking in Madeira
The PSP detained two men in Madeira for drug trafficking, seizing more than 52 grammes of "Bloom", 68,000 euros and 11 vehicles.
Investigation of nearly two years culminates in detentions for synthetic drugs trafficking in Machico
The Madeira Regional Command of the PSP detained two men, aged between 35 and 38 years, resident in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, suspected of drug trafficking, on Thursday, 3 September. The operation was conducted by the Criminal Investigation Squadron of the Machico Police Division.
According to Google News PT — Crime (pt), the investigation supporting the detentions had been ongoing for approximately one year and nine months, with the primary target being synthetic drugs trafficking in that municipality. The authorities describe the phenomenon as causing "high social alarm among the population", with "growing concern" in the area.
As a result of the residential and non-residential searches carried out, the PSP seized more than 52 grammes of synthetic drug known as "Bloom", more than 12 grammes of "Gorby", more than 68,000 euros in cash, 11 motor vehicles — including one high-end vehicle —, three mobile phones and a safe.
The two detainees were brought before a non-judicial interrogation. The measure of coercion applied was a term of identity and residence.
Source: Google News PT — Crime (pt)