Crime & safety

Theft, assaults, drugs, DUI, scams, neighborhood safety, and resident-facing warnings.

Other•2 Related•Jul 25, 2026 • 14:00

La Seu d'Urgell man jailed two months in Andorra for breaching expulsion order

A 23-year-old from La Seu d'Urgell faces prison and renewed expulsion from Andorra after re-entering despite a prior order tied to an unrelated offense. Injection allegation from Festa Major lacked proof.

Other•2 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 15:00

Police Subdue Knife-Wielding Man in Andorra Bar Fight, Arrest 11 Drink-Drivers

Officers in Andorra la Vella overpowered an aggressive suspect during a bar brawl and charged him with multiple serious offenses. Separately, 11 drivers, including one on a scooter, faced DUI arrests with high alcohol levels.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Minister Urges Festival Alcohol Limits After Escaldes Disturbances

Andorra's Interior Minister Ester Molné recommends parish councils implement preventive measures like alcohol curbs and entry checks following crowd-related issues at a recent festival. Police managed response effectively with two targeted arrests.

Other•3 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 14:30

Knife Brawl and Needle Prick Scare End Escaldes-Engordany Festival Early

Two arrests marred the event in Andorra: a knife-wielding fight and unconfirmed needle incident on a young woman, prompting early closure amid safety worries.

Other•2 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 12:30

Married Couple Arrested in Andorra la Vella After Mutual Domestic Fight

Authorities in Andorra la Vella-Escaldes detained a husband and wife following a violent altercation at their home, classified as mutual combat. They face domestic integrity charges and remain in custody.

Business•2 Related•Jul 22, 2026 • 19:15

Andorra Approves New Associations Register Rules to Fight Money Laundering

Andorra's government has introduced reforms mandating registration of ultimate beneficial owners and institutional emails for associations. Officials say this bolsters control over non-profits to prevent illicit financing, replacing outdated 2001 regulations.

Other•2 Related•Jul 22, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Court Expands Reckless Driving Case Against Fugitive Ferrariman

The Batllia court in Andorra has expanded its investigation into a reckless driving case against Ferrariman, granting him provisional liberty while publishing a notice due to his unknown location. Details build on a prior order amid his history of driving incidents.

Other•2 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 22:00

Police De-escalate Arinsal Car Barricade After Partner Shatters Windshield

Officers responded to a domestic dispute in Arinsal's Ribasol complex, where a woman locked herself in her car fearing assault. Her intoxicated partner damaged the windshield. Mediation calmed the situation without arrests.

Other•4 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 13:15

Andorran Police Arrest Three Men for DUI in Weekend Crackdown

Three drivers aged 21 to 47 were arrested in Andorra over the weekend for high alcohol levels during routine police checks, with levels up to 2.27g/L and one on a suspended license. All face prosecution amid no reported accidents.

Politics•3 Related•Jul 18, 2026 • 06:15

Andorran Police Arrest 12 in Week of Violence, Drugs, and Drink-Driving

Authorities detained suspects in a gender assault chase, a major drug haul at the border, and multiple high-alcohol traffic stops. A new firearms rule sets strict limits on police use of force.

Politics•4 Related•Jul 17, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra Parliament Unanimously Raises Sexual Consent Age to 16, Toughens Penalties

Unanimous vote raises sexual consent to 16, equates online child exploitation penalties to prostitution, and bolsters anti-corruption tools while modernizing prisons with rehab focus and reduced pretrial detention.

Other•2 Related•Jul 13, 2026 • 14:00

Man Arrested for Domestic Violence in Escaldes-Engordany

Andorran police responded to a report, confirmed the woman's injuries, and detained the suspect. The incident is one of four weekend arrests including three for DUI involving high blood alcohol levels.

Other•2 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 12:35

Man Arrested in Sant Julià de Lòria for Assaulting Parents Amid Marital Woes

A 30-year-old man faces custody after police responded to a family home where he attacked his parents following relationship troubles and alcohol consumption.

Other•2 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 12:30

Andorra Police Arrest Five in Weekend Raids for Domestic Violence, Drink-Driving

Authorities detained suspects across parishes for assaults, high alcohol levels causing crashes, and order violations during routine checks and responses to disturbances.

Other•2 Related•Jul 03, 2026 • 10:30

Andorra Police Arrest 32-Year-Old Colombian in Drug Trafficking Probe

Authorities in Andorra nabbed a suspect accused of distributing cocaine connected to an earlier bust involving drugs, cash, and cutting agents. Probe continues with deportation eyed.

Other•3 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 19:26

Andorra Police Arrest Latin American Man for Alleged Rape of 13-Year-Old Girl

Authorities acted swiftly on a complaint, detaining the recent arrival after a hospital exam corroborated the assault from a social media meetup. The suspect faces charges for a sexual offense against the underage victim.

Business•2 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 15:00

Andorra's Criminal Court wrapped up the three-day Operació Lliri trial over a smuggling ring linked to a

Lauredià firm, involving hidden vehicle compartments and money laundering across 31 Spain border crossings.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 14:15

Andorra Raises Minimum Rape Sentence to 4 Years in Penal Code Reform

Andorra's legislative commission has approved tougher penalties in the Penal Code, hiking the minimum jail time for rape while boosting sentences for aggravated cases involving minors. The changes head to a full vote next week amid broad political support.