Island Police: the dark side of a tropical paradise

Tropical islands often hide a stark social reality behind their picture-perfect shores. This deep-dive documentary offers exclusive immersion into the operations of law enforcement across Réunion Island and Madagascar in 2026. Facing a sharp rise in alcohol abuse, violent stabbings, and thefts, specialized emergency response teams like the PSIG and rapid units work non-stop to maintain public safety. From intense midnight roadblocks to bloody crime scenes in the slums, discover the relentless battle against chaos in the Indian Ocean. 00:33 The hidden face of crime in the Indian Ocean paradise 01:46 PSIG deployment and weapons check on Réunion Island 02:37 Midnight breathalyzer checks and immediate arrests for drunk driving 06:28 Antananarivo: operations against illegal bars and night brawls 12:57 Beach patrols and tracking down local cannabis dealers 17:48 Extreme violence: investigating a fatal stabbing in a Madagascar slum 23:15 Family feuds and knife threats on the beaches of Réunion 28:13 Armed attacks and stone-throwing riots over utility disputes 32:51 Burglary investigation in high-risk residential estates 38:33 Plainclothes sting operations against market pickpockets 42:59 GIGN counter-terrorism drills and hand-to-hand combat training