Porto police confirm six arrests in homeless camp clearance

Portuguese police confirmed six arrests during the operation that cleared the homeless encampment at Praça D. João I in Porto, according to an official source. The number of identified individuals was not disclosed. Police seized a firecracker from one detainee, three cans of paint thrown at officers, and a can of pepper spray. Protest organizers reported nine arrests and 37 injuries, seven serious, following the police charge. Around 200 protesters gathered outside the PSP station in Heroísmo in vigil. Organizers vowed to remain at the square until demands are heard, noting this was the second police action since the movement began October 10.