Mijas local police intensify safety with 48 checks stops and 12 arrests in February

Mijas authorities strengthened their community protection programme through intensive policing efforts last month. Local police conducted extensive operations to better public safety, enforce local rules, and maintain harmonious public spaces.

Strong deterrence through intensified preventive controls

Officers carried out 48 security checkpoints across various corners in Mijas during February. These proactive measures focused on document verification and crime prevention, keeping a visible police presence throughout the town. Residents benefit from quicker responses and greater reassurance thanks to such consistent activity.

The local police have been praised for the daily dedication. Local councillors have emphasised how vital these efforts prove in making locals feel secure and confident that rules promoting peaceful coexistence receive proper enforcement.

Arrests target serious offenders

Police made 12 arrests linked to various criminal acts. Many involved breaches of court orders or individuals wanted by justice authorities. Such interventions show the force’s effectiveness in tackling persistent threats and removing dangerous elements from communities.

Crackdown on local bylaw breaches

Enforcement of local bylaws resulted in 44 fines under the Citizen Safety and Coexistence Ordinance. Notably, 21 fines addressed illegal waste dumping, including furniture, garden clippings, or rubbish outside designated areas. These violations harm public aesthetics and complicate cleanliness operations.

Officers issued 23 fines for Public Highway Ordinance infractions, mostly concerning owners failing to dilute dog urine on streets and pavements. This rule safeguards hygiene and public health in busy plazas and thoroughfares.

Tough stance on public order violations

Under Spain’s Organic Law 4/2015 on Citizen Security, officers processed 70 reports. Among them, 47 related to public drug consumption, while 11 concerned disrespectful behaviour towards authorities. These actions deter anti-social conduct and uphold respect for law enforcement.

The council have stressed ongoing commitment to security and harmony. They have encouraged resident cooperation, noting that prompt reports enable faster, more efficient police responses. Community involvement remains key to sustaining order and mutual respect in shared spaces.