The first female inspector in the Mossos d’Esquadra police force

The basic police areas are responsible for public safety in specific geographical areas, providing all basic police services. Each area belongs to one of the nine police regions in Catalonia.

Inspector is an executive police rank, responsible for managing the various Mossos d’Esquadra areas and units. When necessary, they also take the command of police activity.

In 2002, Yvonne V.M. became the first woman to make inspector in the Mossos d’Esquadra, heading up the basic police area of La Bisbal d’Empordà.

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Commemorative video of the 25th anniversary of the entry of women into the Mossos d’Esquadra police force.