White Tsunami: Navy Seizes 2.4 Tons of Cocaine off Madeira
Authorities seized 2.4 tons of cocaine worth €128 million off Madeira after a French Navy operation, part of a joint effort targeting Europe’s escalating cocaine trade.
Crime
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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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.
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.
