The Ertzaintza will conduct checks during Big Week to prevent the entry of people with weapons and dangerous objects
As part of this operation, the number of plainclothes officers will be strengthened in the busiest areas and video surveillance will be established to prevent sexist attacks.
The Ertzaintza and the Municipal Police will strengthen security during the Aste Nagusia in Bilbao by controlling access to the most frequented areas to detect people who may carry weapons or dangerous objects. The presence of plainclothes agents will also be increased and video surveillance will be strengthened to prevent sexist attacks.
The joint mechanism will prioritize crime prevention, in particular theft, male assault and hate crimes, increase alcohol and drug controls , and monitor the use of personal mobility vehicles.
The Bilbao Municipal Police and the Ertzaintza have closed the details of the special security operation for the holidays on Friday, at a meeting presided over by the mayor of Bilbao, Juan Mari Aburto, and the Security Adviser of the Basque Government, Bingen Zupiria.
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