Human trafficking and illegal immigration. PJ detains 11 people in Portugal in an international operation that led to 262 arrests

The "Communis Maris" operation, targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration, led to 262 arrests internationally, including 11 in Portugal. The Portuguese authorities, including the PJ, PSP, and GNR, conducted checks on 4,827 individuals and monitored 275 flights. The operation involved 16 countries and aimed to enhance police cooperation against transnational crime. Internationally, 221 suspects were charged with migrant smuggling, while 41 organized crime groups were identified. Additionally, 109 potential trafficking victims and 1,715 migrants were detected during the operation.