The Order of Physiotherapists has taken note of the press release issued by Judicial Police, The investigation into the so-called “Harry Potter” operation, in which four men were arrested for strong indications that they had committed the offences of trafficking in prohibited substances and methods, possession of a prohibited weapon and money laundering, is currently underway at the Lisbon DIAP.
The Board of the Portuguese Bar Association is monitoring the information provided by official bodies and the media regarding the arrest of a physiotherapist, and has already sent it to the Jurisdictional Council, so that any subsequent action can be taken after the formal communication from the competent bodies, which is awaited.
The Order of Physiotherapists reaffirms its commitment to legality, professional ethics and safeguarding citizens' trust in the profession, respecting the principle of the presumption of innocence in all circumstances.