53-Year-Old Man Arrested in Coimbra on Suspicion of Drug Trafficking
During a routine patrol on Cidade Aeminium Avenue, PSP officers stopped a man whose suspicious behavior led to the discovery of cocaine.
📌 Key Highlights & Context
- The arrest took place on a street known for drug sales in Coimbra.
- Police recovered 51 single doses of cocaine and €85 in cash.
- The operation was part of a rapid intervention team’s preventive patrol.
Incident Details
Coimbra's Public Security Police (PSP) were conducting a routine patrol on Cidade Aeminium Avenue, an area frequently associated with drug dealing, when they observed a 53‑year‑old man acting suspiciously.
After a security check, officers found 51 individual doses of cocaine and €85 in cash hidden in his backpack.
Police Statement
The PSP clarified that the detention occurred during a preventive patrol carried out by a Rapid Intervention Team (Equipa de Intervenção Rápida). "When the suspect noticed the police presence, he adopted a suspicious attitude, prompting us to stop and search him," the force said.
- Suspect: 53‑year‑old male
- Seized items: 51 single doses of cocaine
- Cash recovered: €85
Sources
PSP de Coimbra deteve homem de 53 anos por suspeita de tráfico de droga