In Mallorca, particularly in Palma de Mallorca, there are several police stations, each managed by different branches of law enforcement. The primary police station in Palma is the Policia Local de Palma, located near the public building OAC s’Arenal and close to sports venues like Poliesportiu Antoni Servera. The exact coordinates are 39°30′45″N and 2°45′12″E, making it easily accessible in the city center. The municipal police handle minor incidents, traffic control, and general crime prevention[1][2].
In addition to the local police, the Policía Nacional also operates in Palma de Mallorca. This national force handles criminal offences and public order issues, especially those involving violence, major crimes, or matters beyond the competencies of the local police. The National Police headquarters in the Balearic Islands is at C/ Simó Ballester, nº 8, and they can also assist with foreigner documentation and residency certificates. Their contact phone number for the Senior Police Headquarters Illes Balears is 971225225[3][4][6].
The Guardia Civil is another national force with a station at Calle Manuel Azaña 10 in Palma and can be reached at 971-77 41 00. They typically handle customs, rural policing, and some specific law enforcement roles[5].
For emergencies, residents and visitors should dial 112, which will connect them to all relevant emergency services, including all police branches on the island[5].
The responsibilities of these police bodies are as follows:
- Policia Local: Minor local offenses, traffic, lost property, and urban policing.
- Policía Nacional: Violent crimes, major criminal investigations, national security, and documentation.
- Guardia Civil: Customs, border security, rural patrols, and road safety outside of urban areas[5][7][8].
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