Protests Erupt in Lisbon Following Police Shooting of Black Man

Thousands march against police violence and discrimination after Odair Moniz's death sparks unrest in immigrant communities.

Odair Moniz, a 43-year-old from Cape Verde, was fatally shot by police during an attempted arrest in Amadora, Lisbon.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, with reports suggesting Moniz resisted arrest and carried a knife.
Protests have led to over 100 incidents of unrest in Lisbon, including car and trash bin fires, primarily in immigrant-heavy areas.
More than 20 individuals have been arrested in connection to the protests, with seven reported injuries, one being severe.
The police are conducting an internal investigation, while the incident draws comparisons to other cases of alleged excessive force.