Thief Arrested After Breaking Into Madeira Shopping
A man was arrested after breaking into MadeiraShopping shortly after closing time early Thursday, stealing money and goods from four kiosks and cafés, authorities confirmed.
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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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Bank Robbery in Câmara de Lobos: Court Confirms Sentence
The Supreme Court confirmed a six-year prison term for Câmara de Lobos bank robber, rejecting his appeal for a lighter sentence after stealing €215,000 from Caixa Geral de Depósitos.
Vandalism: Security Gate Torn Down on PR1
Early this morning, the IFCN discovered that the security gate blocking the PR1 Vereda do Areeiro trail had been torn down, forcing a temporary closure for safety.
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.
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.
