Public safety incidents

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

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.

Other•3 Related•Aug 28, 2026 • 06:30

British Tourist Dies in Andorra Mountain Fall Near Port d'Arbella

A 28-year-old man holding a British passport died in a suspected fall in the Tristaina cirque. Rescuers braved high winds to retrieve his body from Port d'Arbella on Thursday following alerts from a passerby.

Concrete Detaches from Andorra Car Park Ramp, Closing Upper Entrance

Authorities closed the upper entrance from Plaça Rebés after a concrete panel detached from the ceiling, prompting safety measures and technical inspections. Parking capacity remains unaffected with detours in place.

Other•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 21:15

Search Intensifies for Missing 28-Year-Old British Tourist in Escaldes-Engordany

Authorities in Escaldes-Engordany launched a search after a 28-year-old British tourist vanished from his hotel three nights ago, leaving belongings behind. Police review CCTV while firefighters check the river area amid concerns over his mobility issues.

Car with Spanish Plates Overturns in Coll d'Ordino Crash

Emergency services attended a solo car rollover in Andorra's Coll d'Ordino, where the lone driver with minor injuries was hospitalized. Single-lane traffic was briefly enforced before resuming normally.

Other•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 12:45

Man Arrested After Knife Injury in Santa Coloma Street Brawl

A bystander was wounded by a knife while trying to separate two fighting men in a street altercation near a mental health facility. Police arrested the suspect at his nearby home after a swift response involving multiple patrols.

Sports•2 Related•Aug 25, 2026 • 20:30

Andorra Firefighters Rescue Injured Cyclist Boy and Stung Tourist in Separate Mountain Ops

Emergency teams in Andorra handled two mountain rescues Tuesday, airlifting a young cyclist from La Massana Bike Park and treating a scorpion-stung tourist in Vall del Madriu for hospital transfer. No serious injuries reported amid peak summer activity.

Other•2 Related•Aug 24, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Police Arrest Seven for Assault, Border Evasion, Trespass and Drink-Driving

Authorities detained individuals over the weekend in locations including Arinsal, Sant Julià de Lòria, Andorra la Vella and Pas de la Casa for violent altercations, unauthorized entries and high alcohol levels behind the wheel.

Other•2 Related•Aug 23, 2026 • 11:15

Small Electrical Fire in Escaldes-Engordany Apartment Extinguished by Residents

Andorran firefighters rushed to a minor electrical panel blaze in an apartment at 00:15, but residents had already doused it. No injuries occurred, and teams confirmed safety with inspections.

Other•2 Related•Aug 23, 2026 • 10:45

Crepe Vendor Stitched After Punch in Festival Power Dispute

A French street vendor punched Argentine crepe seller Ernesto Ledesma in the face at Arinsal's festa major, splitting his lip after a clash over an unauthorized electrical connection. Police arrested the assailant.

Environment•2 Related•Aug 22, 2026 • 14:15

Heavy Rains Flood Costa Daurada, Injure 7 and Prompt Evacuations

Overnight deluge flooded popular coastal towns, causing structural collapses, vehicle entrapments and mass evacuations. Emergency services managed hundreds of incidents amid ongoing storm risks.

Other•3 Related•Aug 22, 2026 • 11:45

Man Arrested for DUI in Andorra la Vella After Hitting Bollard, Sign, and Car

Police responded to a vehicle losing control early Saturday, striking multiple objects. Firefighters contained fluids, and a breath test confirmed illegal alcohol levels, leading to the driver's arrest with no injuries.

Other•3 Related•Aug 21, 2026 • 17:45

Three Andorran Nationals in Peru Confirmed Safe After 7.2 Quake

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit southeastern Peru, but the three Andorrans there escaped unharmed. Officials report minimal damage overall, with assessments ongoing amid minor injuries and landslides.

Teen motorcyclist injured in solo crash on Andorra's CG-2 highway

A local teenager crashed alone on his Andorran-plated bike in Canillo parish, prompting quick emergency response. He was hospitalized, but details on his injuries and the incident's cause remain undisclosed.

Other•2 Related•Aug 21, 2026 • 10:45

Two Women Detained at Spain-Andorra Border with Cocaine and Ketamine

Authorities caught two women separately at the Runer river crossing with trace amounts of toxic drugs. They faced a judge the next morning, received convictions under expedited procedures, and were immediately released. Details on nationalities withheld.

Other•2 Related•Aug 20, 2026 • 20:15

Firefighters Pump 400 Cubic Metres of Water from Flooded Andorra Car Park

Emergency teams in Andorra la Vella extracted 400 cubic metres of water from a submerged underground facility shared by two apartment blocks after equipment failure. Eight cars stayed trapped despite efforts.

Other•3 Related•Aug 20, 2026 • 10:45

Andorra Police Arrest Two Men for La Massana Burglary and Drug Possession

Authorities identified the suspects using internal police images and linked them to forced entry thefts. Investigators suspect ties to itinerant European gangs, while separate crimes hit other Andorran sites.