Crime Rate Falls 6.4%, But Fatal Road Accidents Are a Concern
Crime in Madeira has fallen 6.4% in 2025, with violent crime down 1.5%, but fatal road accidents have already reached last year’s total.
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While Madeira is renowned for its safety, evolving dynamics have led to a rise in crime over the years. Keep informed of the latest developments in Madeira's crime scene with up-to-date news coverage.
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Portugal Sees 40+ Domestic Violence Cases a Day
The recent incident in Machico draws attention to domestic violence in Portugal, with more than 40 cases reported each day.
Firefighter Arrested In Shocking Domestic Violence Case
A shocking case of domestic violence in Madeira saw a firefighter detained after CCTV captured him brutally assaulting his wife before their nine-year-old son.
Funchal in Solidarity, as Government Calls Out Russian Aggression
Madeira’s Ukrainian community marked the 34th independence day with a public march in Funchal. A government representative reaffirmed support and called out Russian aggression.
Garajau Cable Car Vandalized Overnight
Last night, unknown individuals gained access to the Garajau Cable Car and spray-painted one of its cabins.
Pingo Doce Loses Legal Battle Against Animal Rights Group
Pingo Doce lost a court ruling confirming that the animal rights group Frente Animal can continue sharing information about the mistreatment of animals.
Serious Legal Violations: Court Rejects Madeira Tourism Contract
The Court of Auditors refused AP Madeira’s €170,000 tender with Nova Expressão, revealing the real value of €11.1 million. The decision cited concealment of the actual value, restrictive conditions, and violations of transparency and competition rules.
Police Identify Over 3,000 Suspects in Animal Abandonment
Between 2015 and 2024, Portuguese authorities identified 3,014 people suspected of abandoning companion animals, with most cases involving men and over 6,700 crimes recorded nationwide.
Newborn Kittens Found in Garbage Bag in Funchal
Newborn kittens, still with their placentas attached, were once again found discarded as trash in the SĂŁo Roque neighborhood of Funchal.
Funchal City Hall Worker Arrested in Drug Case
A Funchal City Hall employee got arrested on August 6, 2025, after a year-long investigation into suspected synthetic drug trafficking and possession of prohibited weapons.
Police Warn of Online Property Fraud in Madeira
In 2025, property fraud in Madeira continues with 18 cases recorded by the PSP in the first half of the year, involving scams on buying or renting homes through fake listings demanding high deposits.
