Overview

• The operation began at 6 a.m. on June 17 with joint forces from Mossos d’Esquadra and Policía Nacional mobilizing against illegal street vendors.
• Brigada Móvil riot police have been brought in to control disturbances following stone-throwing incidents targeting officers.
• Officers are conducting searches in apartments and warehouses suspected of storing counterfeit clothing, footwear and accessories.
• Police sources say no arrests have been made yet but that detentions could occur in the coming hours as the probe advances.
• Residents and tourists in Salou have been urged to avoid intervention zones to ensure safety during the ongoing enforcement action.