Crime & safety

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

Other•5 Related•Apr 28, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Police Arrest Multiple Suspects in Weekend Assaults, Drugs, and Drunk Driving Cases

Andorran authorities detained several people over the weekend for violent family assaults, property damage at a hotel, drug possession with resistance, and high-alcohol drink-driving incidents across multiple parishes.

Other•2 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 18:16

Man Arrested in Andorra Hotel for 2,500 Euros Damage and Breaking into Room

Police arrested a 31-year-old man at a La Cortinada hotel for smashing doors, breaking into an occupied guest room, and causing about 2,500 euros in property damage.

Other•4 Related•Apr 27, 2026 • 12:46

Man Arrested in Sant Julià de Lòria for Assaulting Partner and Daughters

Police responded to a family disturbance Sunday night, arresting a 57-year-old man who violently confronted his daughter and assaulted his partner and another daughter, causing injuries.

Other•2 Related•Apr 24, 2026 • 06:32

Spanish Ex-Chef on Trial in Andorra for Threatening Boss and His Mother with Knife

Prosecutors seek 14-month suspended sentence after 2020 incidents involving blade gestures amid workplace tensions, with defendant claiming tools were for gardening.

Politics•4 Related•Apr 22, 2026 • 17:31

Concòrdia Proposes 20 Amendments to Toughen Andorra's Criminal Code on Sex Crimes

Andorra's Concòrdia group submits amendments to reform bill, pushing stricter protections for minors, graduated consent ages, and full abortion decriminalization without specifics.

Other•4 Related•Apr 22, 2026 • 14:46

Andorran Data Protection Agency Proposes Key Amendments to Penal Code for Digital Privacy

The APDA has submitted observations to strengthen privacy and data protections in Andorra's Penal Code draft, focusing on digital identity theft, AI-facilitated crimes, and electronic communications safeguards amid tech advances.

Other•5 Related•Apr 21, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Police Arrest 11 in Weekend Spree of Assaults, Drugs, and Drink-Driving

Authorities in Andorra made 11 arrests over the weekend and early week for sexual assault, mutual violence with drugs, family attacks involving knives, public intoxication resistance, drug possession, and drink-driving crashes injuring six people.

Other•5 Related•Apr 21, 2026 • 11:46

Encamp man faces 6.5 years for hammer robbery at hotel

A 24-year-old Encamp resident robbed a central hotel with a hammer last August, stealing €900 after failed break-ins nearby. He faces up to 6.5 years.

Other•2 Related•Apr 20, 2026 • 10:31

22-Year-Old with Prior Convictions Arrested Twice in Andorra la Vella Week

A 22-year-old with prior convictions faces charges after assaulting his father with punches and a knife, then resisting arrest while drunk near a hotel following a partner argument. He was detained overnight pending court.

Drunk Driver Detained After 4-Car Crash Near Prat Salit in Andorra la Vella

A young Andorran resident faces charges after his high-alcohol manoeuvre triggered the collision, injuring four locals with minor injuries. Extensive emergency response cleared the scene by 18:00 amid major central Andorra delays.

Other•5 Related•Apr 17, 2026 • 06:46

Seville Man Extradited from Andorra to Serve 5.5 Years for Child Sex Crimes

Andorran authorities extradited a 44-year-old Seville resident convicted of sexually assaulting and abusing minors. He had fled to Andorra in 2019 and was held in pre-trial custody during proceedings.

Shirtless Tourist Arrested in Andorra la Vella for €15K Car Dealership Vandalism

A 24-year-old tourist faces two months in prison and expulsion after hurling stones at a car dealership's signs and vehicles in Andorra la Vella, causing €15,000 in damage shortly after arriving by bus.

Other•4 Related•Apr 12, 2026 • 21:31

Andorra Police Arrest 29th Drunk Motorbike Driver and Passenger in Easter Campaign

Police detained a motorbike driver for DUI and drug possession plus his aggressive passenger during a 3am check in Andorra la Vella. The driver faces prison; it's the 29th arrest in the holiday campaign.

Other•3 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Family Abuse, Drug Smuggler, and Multiple Drink-Drivers

Authorities in Andorra made several arrests this week, including for domestic mistreatment, drug trafficking at the border, and drink-driving incidents causing accidents across multiple parishes.

Politics•3 Related•Apr 08, 2026 • 19:01

Andorra Approves UN Protocol on Migrant Smuggling

Andorra's government approved accession to the UN Protocol against Migrant Smuggling by Land, Sea and Air, a Palermo Convention supplement, pending parliament.

Other•2 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 09:31

Andorra Police Link Sispony Number Plate Theft to Vehicle Sales Fraud After Petrol Station Chase Crash

Stolen plates from a resident's car were found on a suspect vehicle that fled without paying and crashed, revealing irregularities in its prior sale amid an ongoing investigation.

Other•5 Related•Mar 18, 2026 • 07:17

Andorra Police Arrest Fourth Member of Storage Unit Burglary Gang

A 41-year-old suspect was detained in Escaldes-Engordany, completing arrests in a probe into €90,000 thefts from central valley storage units last.

Other•3 Related•Mar 15, 2026 • 07:31

Pyrénées Group Confirms Ransomware Attack Exposed Customer Data

Andorra's largest shopping centre operator reveals cyber breach leaked names, emails, and some IBANs; threat contained without ransom payment.

Other•3 Related•Mar 15, 2026 • 07:31

Colombian Man Sentenced to 6 Years for Raping Flatmate in Andorra

After serving 20 months in custody, the 34-year-old faces 15-year ban from Andorra and 12-year no-contact order with the 31-year-old victim following a July 2024 assault.

Other•3 Related•Mar 12, 2026 • 06:01

Andorra's court sentences 35-year-old Frenchman to 16 months served plus suspended term for assaulting a

woman in a nightclub bathroom, with expulsion and damages ordered.

Other•2 Related•Mar 11, 2026 • 07:31

Prosecutors Seek 12-Month Suspended Sentence for Woman in 2020 Nightclub Group Attack

Victim recounts unprovoked attack by group of girls at Eivissa Experience, causing facial injuries requiring hospital treatment. Defendants deny involvement amid conflicting witness accounts clouded by time and intoxication.

Business•2 Related•Mar 10, 2026 • 12:01

Andorran Data Protection Agency Reminds Controllers of 72-Hour Breach Notification Duty

APDA issues guidance on reporting personal data breaches within 72 hours if risks to rights exist, amid possible cyberattack on shopping centre.

Other•4 Related•Mar 02, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Nightclub Guard Arrested for Assaulting Customer with Illegal Baton

A 50-year-old security guard in El Tarter was detained after striking a customer with an unauthorized telescopic baton during a dispute over a glass.

Other•2 Related•Mar 01, 2026 • 11:16

Andorra Police Probe Serial Arsonist in Vehicle Fire Spree

Investigators suspect one person behind multiple car arsons in Aixirivall and Aixovall, with heightened patrols and anxious residents seeking secure.

Other•3 Related•Mar 01, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Police Probe Suspected Arson by Jealous Ex at Apartment Door

Incident on Avinguda d'Enclar caused minor scorch marks after quick extinguishing; suspect questioned but not detained as investigation checks alibi and prepares case file.