Police Judiciaire Portugaise

The Polícia Judiciária (PJ), or Portuguese Judicial Police, is a criminal investigation agency in Portugal. They are currently involved in a high-profile case concerning the deaths of two French women who were reported missing from Aveyron, France. The bodies were discovered buried in Portugal, leading to the arrest of a former police officer who is the primary suspect. The investigation was significantly aided by information provided to the Portuguese police by the suspect's son, leading to the discovery of the bodies. The PJ's involvement is crucial as the crime occurred within Portugal's jurisdiction, requiring them to conduct the investigation, gather evidence, and potentially prosecute the suspect. French authorities, including gendarmes, have been dispatched to Portugal to assist in the investigation, highlighting the international cooperation in this case. The PJ's handling of this case is of significant interest to both the Portuguese and French public.