PJ detained 287 people on suspicion of sexual crimes

The Polícia Judiciária reported that 287 individuals were arrested for sexual crimes by October 31, 2026, including 116 for child sexual abuse. The director, Carlos Cabreiro, noted a stabilization in sexual crime rates but highlighted increases in specific offenses like rape. A campaign addressing chemical submission risks was also launched, acknowledging a slight rise in such cases. Cabreiro emphasized the PJ's commitment to victim protection, investigator training, and forensic capabilities, including specialized victim support rooms. He called for improved information sharing among national and international entities to enhance intervention speed and prevent re-victimization.