Mossos d'Esquadra

France weather transitions from extreme heat to wet autumn

39 clusters · 235 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: France weather: temperatures to rise up to 23°C following storms

The summer of 2026 was recorded as the hottest since 1900, with an average temperature of 24.1°C. The season was defined by three major heatwaves totaling 53 days and a significant drought, with precipitation levels 40%

Civil unrest and protests in Barcelona

2 clusters · 181 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Barcelona riots lead to 128 arrests and widespread vandalism

Anti-establishment protests in Barcelona escalated into violence and looting, particularly in tourist-heavy shopping districts near Plaza de Catalunya. Masked demonstrators set more than 30 fires and vandalized or looted

Spain animal disease outbreaks 2026

15 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Catalonia expands Rural Agents force amid wild boar control efforts

In late July 2026, Spanish authorities reported simultaneous outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) in Catalan wild boar and bluetongue virus in Galician cattle. While the bluetongue situation involved serotypes 3 and 8,

Copper theft escalation and infrastructure targeting inSpain

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Copper theft targeting infrastructure rises in Spain and Mexico

Spain is facing a significant surge in copper and conductor material theft, driven by high global metal prices and demand from the semiconductor and artificial intelligence sectors. Data from the Ministry of the Interior

European heatwave, drought, and logistics crisis intensifies

1072 clusters · 4971 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Czech agricultural yields decline due to drought

The 2026 European heatwave and drought crisis has escalated into a widespread agricultural, economic, and logistical emergency. The summer was characterized by record-breaking heat and significant precipitation deficits.

Law enforcement and local incidents in Catalonia

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Police operations and food safety seizures reported in Catalonia

Local reports from Catalonia indicate a range of criminal and municipal activities. Initial reports included a court acquittal in Lleida following testimony that allegations were fabricated, an attempted robbery in Tarra

Police operations against organized crime in Spain

21 clusters · 318 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Spanish authorities arrest suspects in multiple crime incidents

Law enforcement agencies in Spain continue to conduct widespread operations targeting organized crime, drug trafficking, and various forms of theft and fraud. Recent actions include the dismantling of an Albanian crimina

Vehicle accidents and structural failures in Spain and Latin

23 clusters · 371 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Multiple fatal traffic accidents reported across Latin America

Following a series of fatal accidents and fires in Spain and Latin America through mid-August 2026, new incidents of vehicle fires, collisions, and impaired driving have been reported. In late August, vehicle fires cause

Global banking phishing and fraud trends

28 clusters · 134 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Zondacrypto investigation: Assets seized and tax warnings issued

Authorities across Europe continue to warn of evolving banking fraud and phishing tactics. In the Czech Republic, the Banking Association reported that fraudsters attempted to steal over 10 billion CZK in the first seven

Missing child search in Catalonia following extreme storms

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Sitges: Body of missing 12-year-old boy Rami recovered from sea

Following unprecedented tropical cyclogenesis in the Mediterranean, search operations were launched in Granollers, Catalonia, for Rami, a 12-year-old boy with autism who had been missing for nine days. The disappearance

Isak Andic death investigation

6 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Isak Andic death investigation: New witnesses summoned

The investigation into the death of Mango founder Isak Andic, who fell from a cliff in Spain in December 2024, has expanded to include scrutiny of his therapist and his son, Jonathan Andic. Investigators are examining t

Spain Pilar holiday mobility and tourism

3 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Tourism rises in Cádiz and Mérida during Puente del Pilar

Ahead of the Pilar holiday period, Spanish authorities prepared for a significant surge in mobility, with the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) anticipating approximately 5.76 million long-distance road trips. To manage

Missing child search in Granollers, Spain

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Search operations continue for missing persons in Venezuela and Spain

Following the disappearance of 12-year-old Rami in Granollers, Spain, on October 4, emergency services launched an intensive search operation. Approximately 470 personnel, including specialized units from the Mossos d’Es

Criminal activity and tactical escalation in Catalonia

4 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Mossos d’Esquadra dismantle criminal group targeting footballers

Law enforcement operations in Catalonia have addressed various criminal activities, ranging from localized thefts and drug cultivation to violent incidents. Early reports detailed the dismantling of several groups, inclu

Catalonia: Governance challenges and political shifts

18 clusters · 91 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Mònica Sales criticizes President Salvador Illa in Catalan Parliament

As Salvador Illa’s administration enters its second year, the focus has shifted from the political ‘procés’ era toward a mandate of effective governance. While the PSC-led coalition maintains parliamentary stability, it

Regional news in Spain and France

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Regional updates: Mobility, environmental research, and social movements

Reports from late September and early October cover various local developments in Spain and France. In Spain, police in Masquefa coordinated with French authorities to recover 95 stolen motorcycles in southeastern France

Copper theft and illegal cargo incidents

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Two arrested for stealing 134 kg of copper from railway tracks

Recent reports indicate various incidents involving the theft and illegal transport of copper. In Slovenia, police in the Rebernice area intercepted a Bulgarian-registered van carrying approximately 1.5 tons of copper

Road fatalities in Catalonia

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Fatal head-on collision in Urgell kills 67-year-old driver

Fatal traffic accidents have been reported in Catalonia, contributing to the region's rising road death toll for 2026. In late September, a vehicle veered off the GI-682 highway near Lloret de Mar and caught fire, resul

Railway infrastructure theft in Spain

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Guardia Civil arrests two men for railway cable theft in Baides

Spanish law enforcement agencies continue to combat theft and vandalism targeting national infrastructure. In Catalonia, Mossos d'Esquadra and ADIF have addressed widespread copper cable theft within the railway network,

Barcelona mobile phone theft investigations

2 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Barcelona housing protest turns violent with arrests and police injuries

The Mossos d’Esquadra conducted two separate investigations in Barcelona targeting criminal networks involved in the theft and redistribution of mobile devices. One operation in the Ciutat Vella area utilized geolocati

Dismantling of KillSec ransomware group

2 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: KillSec ransomware gang dismantled in international operation

International law enforcement agencies, led by German authorities with support from Europol and Eurojust, dismantled the KillSec ransomware group through a coordinated effort called ‘Operation KillSwitch’. The group is s

Kidnappings and abductions in Spain

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Molina de Segura police rescue man tortured and held captive

A series of violent kidnappings and abductions linked to criminal activity have occurred in Spain. In late September, five masked individuals impersonating police officers intercepted a vehicle on the AP-7 highway near

Investigation into death of architect Josep Juanpere

3 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Josep Juanpere death investigation: Forensic report cites indeterminate cause

Authorities are investigating the death of Catalan architect Josep Juanpere, who passed away in Baqueira on December 26, 2025. While the death was initially attributed to natural causes, a nine-month investigation by the

Renfe rail service expansions in Spain

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Renfe expands Galicia rail services and introduces Avant travel savings

Renfe has implemented several service expansions and pricing updates across Spain. Initially, the operator and Avanza expanded the Tren+Bus intermodal service, connecting the Campo de Gibraltar and southern regions like

Real estate and rental fraud investigations in Spain

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Law enforcement agencies report multiple criminal incidents across Spain and Mexico

The Guardia Civil has launched investigations into separate real estate and vacation rental fraud schemes in Spain. In mid-September, authorities investigated a real estate manager in Tenerife for an alleged 16,000 euro

Crime rates in León province

2 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Río Grande and Uruguay address road safety and rising homicide rates

During the first half of 2026, the province of León reported a crime rate of 40.5 offenses per thousand inhabitants, which was ten points lower than the national average of 50.5. Data from the Ministry of the Interior in

Urban development and safety in Vilafranca del Penedès

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Spain news: Weather alerts, fuel price cuts, and housing policy debates

Vilafranca del Penedès is implementing various urban developments focused on mobility and public safety. The city is expanding its cycling network to connect with surrounding municipalities, including a new project calle

Violent crime and gender-based violence rise in Latin Am/ES

10 clusters · 162 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Latin American authorities process multiple homicide and feminicide cases

Violent crime and gender-based violence continue to escalate across Latin America and Spain. In Mexico, security concerns persist following fatal shootings in Huejotzingo and Michoacán, a domestic knife killing in Jalisc

Telecommunications-based fraud and identity theft

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: SIM swap scams target mobile users to hijack accounts

Authorities and security experts are warning of various telecommunications-based fraudulent tactics used to target personal and financial data. In Mexico and Spain, officials have identified a rise in phone spoofing, wh

Discovery of remains in Cabrera d'Anoia

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Spanish police find man's remains after family lived with body for two years

Police in Cabrera d'Anoia, near Barcelona, discovered the remains of a man, identified in later reports as 77 years old, inside a home where his wife and daughter had been living with the corpse for at least two years.