barcelona crime

Total number of crimes in Catalan capital decreases by 0.5%, reversing the 8% increase experienced last year

Police say long-term data “not alarming or exceptional” despite recent uptick in robberies

City council admits “security crisis” but assures that crimes against people are not on the rise

Opposition groups call for "solid measures" against rise, accusing security councillor of "not doing enough"

Hybrid hatchbacks will be kitted with number plate detectors, as well as equipment to better attend accidents