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Major police operation at Palma's old prison – who counts the consequences?

Why police searched Palma’s old prison complex

Police searched Palma’s old prison to find suspects, but the site also shelters many people without housing.

Published: April 22, 2026
Major police operation at Palma's old prison – who counts the consequences?

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Why did police search Palma’s old prison complex?

The operation was carried out to look for wanted persons and people linked to ongoing investigations. The old prison, which has been closed since 1999, has also become a place where many people sleep, so the search affected a large number of vulnerable residents as well. Such actions can help with short-term policing, but they do not solve the housing and social problems linked to the site.

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