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Operation Martim Moniz (2010)
Part of Police operations in Martim Moniz
Operation NameOperation Martim Moniz (2010)
part ofPolice operations in Martim Moniz
TypeJoint inspection
ScopeLocal
Roster
Planned by Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP)
Initiated byPSP, SEF, Inspecção Tributária, ASAE
Executed by170 PSP officers, 41 members of other agencies
Countries ParticipatedPortugal Portugal
# of Countries Participated1
Mission
TargetShopping centers and establishments in Mouraria and Martim Moniz
ObjectiveCounterfeit prevention, tax compliance, and immigration checks
MethodInspections, ID checkpoints, use of sniffer dogs
Timeline
Date beginDecember 10, 2010 (15:00)
Date endDecember 10, 2010 (18:00)
Duration~3 hours
Date executedDecember 10, 2010
Results
Suspects1535
Arrests5
Indicted0
Criminal Complaints4 administrative offenses
Miscellaneous ResultsClosure of 2 establishments
Seizure of counterfeit goods valued at €6,000
Tax-related violations issued
Accounting

Background

The Mouraria Shopping Center, in particular, has faced several police inspections over the years, as described by Paulo Afonso, a Portuguese vendor who has operated in the area for 21 years. Despite routine patrols, local merchants often witnessed illegal activities, forcing a law enforcement operation to address the issues.

Operation

On December 10, 2010, a joint operation was carried out by the PSP, SEF, the Inspecção Tributária and the ASAE. Starting at 15:00 and lasting three hours, the operation targeted the Mouraria and Martim Moniz shopping centers, as well as nearby public spaces, including the Mouraria Esplanade and establishments in Martim Moniz Square.

During the operation, 1535 individuals were identified, including shopkeepers and shoppers, and no one was allowed to leave without proper identification. The police deployed sniffer dogs to search for narcotics but reported no findings. ASAE seized counterfeit goods, including handbags, watches, and clothing, valued at nearly €6,000. Two establishments were closed for violations, and four administrative offenses were documented for issues such as the absence of complaint books and inadequate safety measures. SEF detained five individuals for being in the country illegally, while the Tax Inspection issued four infractions for diverse irregularities.

Aftermath

Although the operation disrupted business activities, with shopkeepers and visitors stranded during the inspections, law enforcement described the operation as a success. PSP spokesperson Sub-commissioner Carla Duarte confirmed the peaceful conduct of the operation.

References

  1. ^ Soares 2010.
  2. ^ Notícias 2010.
  3. Portugal 2010.
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