Fifteen police officers in Lisbon are under investigation for alleged violence against vulnerable victims, following previous charges against two officers for torture and abuse. The incidents, linked to Rato and Bairro Alto police stations, involved filming and sharing of abuses in WhatsApp groups. The Home Affairs Minister highlighted the seriousness of the crimes and the need for accountability, while Amnesty International raised concerns about police brutality and victim vulnerability. The National Union of Police Officers called for stricter officer selection processes.