Mossos deployed over Swatch watch sale in Barcelona

The store decided not to open due to the crowd and tension surrounding the limited edition release.

Generic image of a crowd gathered outside a closed store with police presence.
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Generic image of a crowd gathered outside a closed store with police presence.

The Mossos d'Esquadra had to be deployed in Barcelona this Saturday due to a gathering of dozens of people for the sale of a limited edition Swatch watch.

The sale of the limited edition Royal Pop watch by Swatch, priced at 400 euros, generated significant anticipation in Barcelona. Dozens of people had gathered at the store's entrance since early morning with the intention of purchasing one.
The queue grew exponentially throughout the morning. Faced with the large crowd and rising tension, the Swatch store decided not to open its doors to prevent potential incidents.
Ultimately, three units from the Regional Area of Operational Resources (ARRO) of the Mossos d'Esquadra were dispatched to the scene to disperse the gathered individuals. The operation proceeded without incident, aiming to maintain public order.