Barcelona strengthens security against violent acts and calls for responsibility

The Local Security Board agrees on maximum police and judicial coordination to prevent looting and vandalism next Saturday.

Generic image of institutional and police representatives in a security meeting.
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Generic image of institutional and police representatives in a security meeting.

The City Council of Barcelona hosted an extraordinary session of the Local Security Board, chaired by Mayor Jaume Collboni, Councillor Núria Parlon, Spanish Government Delegate José Crespín, and President of the Court of Instance Cristina Ferrando, to coordinate the response to possible violent acts next Saturday.

Barcelona's Local Security Board agreed this Thursday on a coordinated and firm action by the police and judiciary to prevent potential acts of looting and vandalism next Saturday, October 31st, similar to those of the previous weekend. The meeting included representatives from all public administrations, police forces, as well as the judiciary and the Public Prosecutor's Office.
The representatives reaffirmed their commitment to preserving coexistence and public order, emphasizing their intention to act with maximum firmness and provide a robust response to an unprecedented phenomenon. A message of calm was conveyed to citizens, and an appeal was made to families' responsibility, noting that the special operation will involve maximum police and judicial coordination, with preventive actions and continuous monitoring.
Public authorities reiterated their zero tolerance for any violent behavior or acts causing damage, considering the guarantee of democracy and freedom as indispensable principles. Furthermore, emphasis was placed on the involvement of minors summoned via social media, and it was stressed that police and judicial bodies will hold legal guardians accountable.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Barcelona - Sala de premsa (29/10/2026)