Public safety incidents

Accidents, fires, missing people, hazards, fatalities, and emergency warnings.

Other•2 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Firefighters Perform Three Helicopter Rescues in Massana and Canillo

Firefighters in Andorra airlifted a cyclist with chest trauma, two lost hikers, and an elderly person who fell ill from popular outdoor sites in Massana and Canillo parishes on Sunday. All were non-residents.

Culture•3 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 18:00

Combustion Damages Majolica Tiles in Encamp's Oratori de les Bons Chapel

Emergency services contained heavy smoke in the small Andorran chapel, limiting harm to rear interior tiles of sentimental value. Officials removed pieces for off-site restoration and secured the site against future risks.

Other•3 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 12:30

Man Arrested in Andorra la Vella for Assaulting 12-Year-Old Boy After Park Dispute

Authorities in Andorra la Vella charged a 40-year-old man with assaulting a 12-year-old boy following a dispute involving the suspect's stepson in a local park. This marks one of eight recent police arrests for violence and safety offenses.

Three-Vehicle Crash Blocks RN-20 Road to Andorra Near Mérens-les-Vals

A three-vehicle accident caused complete road closure on the RN-20, leading to severe delays for travelers entering Andorra from France. Emergency teams evacuated the lightly injured drivers amid heavy northbound tailbacks.

Other•2 Related•Sept 05, 2026 • 20:45

Firefighters Handle Generator Smoke in Pont Pla Tunnel and Restaurant Burning Smell

Emergency crews addressed two minor fire alerts in Andorra on Saturday afternoon, confirming smoke from poor combustion in a tunnel generator and a burning odor at a restaurant. No damage or injuries occurred.

Motorcyclist Injured in CG-2 Highway Collision Near Escaldes-Engordany

A 35-year-old rider sustained minor injuries after colliding with a car on Andorra's CG-2 highway late at night. Emergency services treated him on-site. In another incident, a driver damaged a signpost and fled.

Sant Julià de Lòria Installs Bollards on Nagol Road to Stop Dangerous Parking

Council in Sant Julià de Lòria placed bollards yesterday following resident complaints about vehicles blocking walkways and sightlines. Leader Cerni Cairat calls it a definitive safety measure amid area growth, with more agents planned.

Andorra la Vella Workers Fix Subsided Pavement at Olivera Roundabout

Parish council teams in Andorra la Vella swiftly repaired a subsided pavement section near the Olivera roundabout using vehicles and a digger. No cause identified beyond ruling out leaks.

Concrete Ceiling Collapse Closes Andorra Car Park Ramp

Diagnostic work continues after a concrete ceiling section fell from the access ramp to Andorra la Vella's Centre Ciutat i Vinyes underground car park. No injuries reported, and alternative routes are in use while experts assess further risks and repairs.

Handbrake Failure Sends Parked Car Crashing into Encamp Shop Window

A parked car in central Encamp lost control due to apparent handbrake failure, rolling downhill into a shop window. Quick reactions by bystanders prevented injuries amid midday crowds, with police swiftly handling the response.

Other•2 Related•Sept 02, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra Firefighters Aid French Rescue with Lifeseeker Tech for Missing Hiker

Specialists from Andorra flew in by helicopter to assist in locating a 74-year-old man missing near Saint-Girons. Their Lifeseeker device, which pings active phones for precise coordinates, identified the signal, but the hiker remains unfound.

Other•2 Related•Sept 02, 2026 • 18:45

Overheating Computer Sparks Small Fire in Andorra Parking Garage

Emergency crews quickly contained a storage room fire at Prat Gran parking in Escaldes-Engordany, sparked by an overheating computer, ensuring safety and restoring access within hours.

Andorran Driver Faces Charges for 173 km/h Speeding in 70 km/h Zone

Mossos d’Esquadra launched criminal proceedings against the driver after detecting extreme speeding on the L-313. A similar violation by another Andorran vehicle occurred days earlier during a safety crackdown.

Car Veers Off Road and Plunges into River in Arinsal

Emergency responders are managing the site where a car left the road and entered a river. Witnesses alerted authorities after spotting the vehicle in the water, but no injury or cause details are available yet.

Business•3 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 12:30

Thieves Steal €600,000 in Luxury Cars from Andorra Warehouse

Andorran authorities are fast-tracking a judicial probe into the Sunday warehouse burglary in La Comella, collaborating with Catalonia's Mossos d'Esquadra and Interpol to recover the stolen vehicles and apprehend suspects.

Other•3 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 12:00

French Customs Arrest Three Men in Andorra Border Perfume Theft Bust

Officers discovered unreceipted goods with security tags during a vehicle inspection, leading to arrests after confirming matches to daily shop theft reports. Collaboration prevented escape.

Other•4 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 12:00

Andorran Police Detain Two Men for Drug Trafficking at Runer River Border

Police at Andorra's Runer river border seized cocaine and cannabis from two suspects intending to distribute, amid stricter checks. One released provisionally, the other detained with evidence of networks.

Five Andorrans Injured in Car Crash Off Rural Road Near Segre River

A car carrying five Andorran nationals plunged 10 metres down an embankment on a rural track in Catalonia's Alt Urgell region, prompting a major emergency response Sunday evening.

Other•3 Related•Aug 30, 2026 • 16:00

Thieves Steal 4 Luxury SUVs from Andorra Garage, Ram Police Cars in Chase

Suspects forced entry into a garage early Friday, fled toward Spain, and clashed with Catalan police at a border checkpoint set up for a festival. Officers pursued on foot, recovering most vehicles and making arrests with no injuries reported.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 30, 2026 • 05:45

Pogacar Withdraws from Vuelta a España After Heavy Crash in Stage 8

UAE Team Emirates' star crashed in the peloton on Sunday's 171km stage from Puçol, unable to continue. His exit opens up the general classification after dominating stage four in Andorra.

Other•2 Related•Aug 29, 2026 • 20:00

Andorra Mountain Rescue Team Airlifts Three Injured Hikers and Cyclists

Andorra's fire service mountain rescue group responded to three separate incidents on Saturday, evacuating a fallen cyclist, an injured hiker, and a bike crash victim via helicopter.

Car Crashes into Street Furniture on Avinguda Francesc Cairat in Sant Julià de Lòria

A vehicle lost control and collided with street elements near the river passage, scattering debris but injuring no one. Authorities restored traffic flow promptly with minimal disruption.

Motorbike Rider Injured in Andorra la Vella Collision with Car

Emergency services responded quickly to the 1:10pm alert near Edifici Tarragona, where a woman sustained minor injuries. Traffic was managed to avoid congestion while police probe the northbound collision.

Business•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 22:00

Andorra Cybersecurity Agency Warns Hotels of Spear-Phishing Malware Attack

Andorra's National Cybersecurity Agency reports a sophisticated spear-phishing campaign hitting hotel staff with malware-laden links disguised as guest complaints. Preventive measures include inbox scans and IT verification.

Other•2 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 13:15

Woman Arrested in Sant Julià de Lòria for Assaulting Ex-Partner with Head Wound

Andorran police arrested a 37-year-old woman in Sant Julià de Lòria after she allegedly assaulted her ex-partner, causing a head injury. A similar knife attack arrest occurred earlier in Andorra la Vella.