Correio da Manhã files a complaint for assault against a reporter

Correio da Manhã will file a criminal complaint after its cameraman, Marc Ricardo Silva, was assaulted by a police officer during a housing protest in Porto. The newspaper's editorial director, Carlos Rodrigues, emphasized the need for accountability and proportionality in police actions. He noted that the incident reflects a serious issue affecting press freedom. The Sindicato dos Jornalistas also plans to file a complaint against the police for aggression towards journalists covering the protests. The police intervention resulted in injuries and arrests, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding housing rights in Portugal.