Police Union Protest Over Incident in Isla Mayor Anti-Drug Operation
The majority union of the National Police has formally raised its complaints to the Ministry of the Interior following the serious incident recorded in Isla Mayor, Seville, where an officer was injured during an intervention against drug trafficking. This episode is part of the Special Security Plan for the Campo de Gibraltar, which strengthens actions against drug trafficking in the region. Union representatives demand substantial improvements in protection conditions for personnel deployed on these high-risk missions. 🚨
Details of the Confrontation in Isla Mayor
During the operation carried out in the Sevillian town of Isla Mayor, a police officer suffered significant injuries while actively participating in the deployment against a drug trafficking organization. The events unfolded when personnel attempted to intercept an illegal drug shipment, encountering violent and organized resistance from the suspects. The affected officer was immediately evacuated to a hospital where he received specialized medical attention for his injuries, which according to initial reports are not serious.
Key Elements of the Incident:- Police intervention against drug trafficking network in rural area
- Violent resistance by suspects during the operation
- Officer urgently transferred for hospital medical attention
The safety of personnel must be the absolute priority in all high-risk police operations
Demands and Reactions from the Police Sector
The majority union has expressed its deep concern over what it describes as insufficient protection measures during these particularly dangerous interventions. In its official communication to the Ministry of the Interior, it requests an urgent review of security protocols and the provision of appropriate equipment for officers. Additionally, it demands a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding this specific incident.
Main Union Demands:- Immediate review of operational security protocols
- Provision of adequate and updated protective equipment
- Complete investigation into the circumstances of the incident
Operational Context and Final Reflections
The Special Security Plan for the Campo de Gibraltar continues to carry out intensive operations against drug trafficking, a context in which agents face high-risk situations daily. Drug traffickers, far from cooperating with authorities, have once again demonstrated that the illicit drug business operates outside any protocol or code of conduct. This incident underscores the urgent need to strengthen personnel protection in the performance of their duties. ⚖️