An unprecedented police deployment deters vandals in downtown Barcelona

A significant police presence in Barcelona effectively deterred vandalism during the Blocus event, resulting in minimal disturbances. Over a thousand identifications were made by the Mossos d'Esquadra and the Guardia Urbana, contributing to a largely quiet Halloween in the city. Many businesses opted to close early, fearing violence similar to the previous week, which saw numerous arrests and property damage. Police measures included filtering public transport and detaining minors found with potential vandalism tools. Coordination among police units and judicial authorities ensured a swift response, leading to only a few arrests by the end of the night, with no major incidents reported related to Blocus.