Crime & safety

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

Politics•2 Related•Jun 28, 2026 • 06:35

Ordino Bolsters Security for Roser Festivals After Encamp Assaults

Authorities in Ordino parish implement robust measures including 12 guards and early vendor closures for the Roser festivals amid safety worries from recent Encamp violence.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 27, 2026 • 07:00

Two Men Jailed for Assaults on Councillor and Friend at Encamp Festival

Prison terms handed down after incidents involving Andorran Democrat councillor Pere Marsenyach and his acquaintance, amid violence by local group El Bloque at the festival.

Other•3 Related•Jun 26, 2026 • 09:15

Andorra Tribunal Reviews Chiropractor's Rape Conviction Appeal

Andorra's top court will scrutinize a chiropractor's nearly 10-year prison term for sexually assaulting patients, probing potential breaches of constitutional rights. Separate nightclub rape appeals were heard but not yet decided.

Other•4 Related•Jun 26, 2026 • 07:45

Andorran Police Extradite 76-Year-Old Convicted Child Sex Abuser from Spain

Police took custody of the fugitive at the Runer River border crossing and transported him straight to La Comella Penitentiary Centre after Spain completed judicial processes.

Other•2 Related•Jun 24, 2026 • 13:15

Youth Suffers Fractured Jaw in Encamp Festa Clash with Security Guard

A heavily intoxicated 21-year-old suffered severe facial injuries after a security guard allegedly punched and pinned him during a brawl at Encamp's Festa del Poble. His family accuses excessive force by the guard from a firm with prior issues, as police probe the incident amid other assaults.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 20:00

Andorran Parties Condemn Encamp Festival Violence, Demand Zero Tolerance

Political parties across Andorra unite in outrage over clashes at Encamp's Festa del Poble, urging enhanced security, judicial firmness, and preventive measures against youth violence.

Other•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 14:45

Man Stabs Colleague with Corkscrew at Andorra Barbecue, Held on Attempted Murder

A 40-year-old man faces attempted murder charges after stabbing a work colleague multiple times with a corkscrew during a barbecue dispute in Andorra's Sant Julià de Lòria parish. The victim has been discharged from hospital.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 13:15

Encamp Council Condemns Violence at Festa del Poble Festival

Encamp officials emphasize the festival's success amid high participation, while rejecting the isolated violent acts during the weekend. Opposition party Concòrdia echoes the condemnation and backs injured councillor Pere Marsenyach.

Other•2 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 12:00

Police Arrest Thief Near Andorra Casino Over Stolen Perfume Warrant

An identity check revealed an outstanding warrant for theft after his odd conduct raised alarms. A search uncovered a tool for bypassing security tags, leading to conviction and swift deportation from the border.

Sports•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 07:05

Driver Assaults Rival with Helmet After Crash at Encamp's Crash Car Event

Heavy rain didn't deter crowds at Encamp's Festa del Poble motorsport, but a shocking post-crash helmet attack led to the aggressor's expulsion and team ban. Ortun-Elias duo claimed victory.

Business•3 Related•Jun 22, 2026 • 06:30

Andorra Warns of FortiBleed Cyber Campaign Targeting Local Fortinet Systems

Andorra's cybersecurity agency identified local systems in a massive FortiBleed espionage operation using infostealer malware credentials. Affected entities notified; monitoring continues amid global hits on critical sectors.

Other•3 Related•Jun 20, 2026 • 13:45

Encamp 'Hammer Thief' Faces Parole in February After Hotel Robbery Sentence

A Tribunal de Corts court sentenced the 24-year-old Encamp man to two years in prison for robbing a hotel with a hammer, threatening a worker. Good conduct may lead to semi-liberty soon and release next February if ruling stands firm.

Other•3 Related•Jun 20, 2026 • 07:15

Andorran Woman Arrested for Hitting Boy on CG-2 Crossing in Incles

A 29-year-old woman faces charges of serious injury by negligence after her car hit a 10-year-old boy on a pedestrian crossing in Incles. The child was airlifted to Barcelona for treatment amid ongoing investigation.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 20, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Sets Consent Age at 16 in Penal Code Reform, Bans Conversion Therapy

Parliament's Justice and Interior Commission has approved key penal code changes, including a consent age of 16 with close-in-age exceptions and bans on forcing changes to sexual orientation or gender identity.

Other•3 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 12:45

Andorra Police Arrest Tourists for Drugs, Drunk Drivers, Hotel Brawl, and Hit-and-Run

Authorities in Andorra made multiple arrests over several days, seizing small drug quantities at the Spanish border and nabbing drunk drivers, a fighting couple, and a negligent motorist who injured a child.

Business•3 Related•Jun 19, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Police Probe Two Suspects in Distraction Thefts at Jewelry Stores

Police in Andorra la Vella are hunting two young men who tried distraction tactics at jewelry outlets to steal high-value items. Staff vigilance prevented losses, prompting patrols and footage reviews amid fears of returning thieves.

Other•2 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Brazilian Student Sentenced to 21.5 Years for Stabbing Death of Andorran Teen in Portugal

A Braga court convicted Brazilian Matheus Marley Machado of stabbing unarmed Andorran student Manu to death outside a university bar, imposing a lengthy sentence and compensation amid family grief.

Other•4 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple for Assaults, Groping, Drunk Driving, Drugs

Authorities in Andorra made several arrests over recent days, targeting serious assaults including on a minor, sexual groping, mutual violence on public transport, extreme drunk driving, and drug offenses across multiple parishes.

Other•2 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Ex-chef Gets 10-Month Suspended Sentence for Death Threats with Knife Against Hotel Boss

A 57-year-old ex-head chef received a 10-month suspended sentence from Andorra's Corts Court for repeated death threats with a knife against his hotel superior during a 2020 labour dispute. He must pay €1,000 in damages and forfeit weapons.

Other•2 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Portuguese Waiter Gets 6-Month Suspended Sentence for Racist Insults to Peruvian Colleague

Judges convicted the man of xenophobic verbal abuse at a Pas de la Casa restaurant after a trial where the victim detailed routine humiliating attacks. The sentence suspends prison time but imposes a contact ban.

Sports•2 Related•Jun 18, 2026 • 08:15

Andorra Court Convicts Two Nightclub Guards of 2018 Assaults

Andorra's Criminal Court ruled the guards assaulted three people after ejecting one from a discotheque, imposing suspended sentences and fines nearly eight years later based on victim and medical evidence.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Minister: No Confirmed Prostitution at Suspected Tourist Apartment

Andorra's Justice Minister Ester Molné states authorities are probing complaints of suspicious activity at a capital tourist apartment but have yet to confirm prostitution. She stresses close monitoring to curb potential related crimes amid restrictive local laws.

Other•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra Police Raid Tourist Flat Suspected of Prostitution, Fine Owner for Registration Failure

Authorities in Andorra la Vella inspected a tourist apartment housing eight women suspected of offering prostitution services but found no evidence of crime. The owner faces a fine for failing to register the extra occupants, highlighting ongoing crackdowns on such activities.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 07:15

Andorra Hosts First UK Training on Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing

Andorran authorities completed initial collaboration with UK specialists, enhancing skills to combat cross-border financial crimes. Justice Minister Molné urged specialised tools and global partnerships at a Strasbourg forum.

Health•2 Related•Jun 16, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Gender Violence Button Triggers First False Alarm in Test

Authorities confirmed the safety button worked as designed during its initial activation, a false alarm from a couple's argument. The pilot aids 12 selected high-risk victims with instant, location-tracked police alerts.