This National Police and Civil Guard Since the beginning of the month, they have intensified the presence of agents, which they usually deploy in the commercial areas of Alicante province, due to the greater influx of people going shopping during the Christmas holidays. The operation of the “Safe Trade” plan involves the deployment of approximately 1,300 troops and was submitted yesterday by the United States. Government Deputy Representative Araceli Poblador, Provincial Police Chief, Manuel Lafuenteand Chief of Civil Guard Provincial Operations Lieutenant Colonel francisco poyato.
The security plan includes: Empowering uniformed and plainclothes agentsIn addition to contacts with merchants and security companies operating in shopping centers in order to give tips and advice dealing with crime and minimizing the commission of crimes as much as possible these Christmas holidays.
prevention
The aim is to address criminal acts, particularly the victims, of traffickers and their potential customers. robbery by theft, violence or intimidationrobbery and fraud around this time.
Araceli Poblador emphasized that “we want citizens to shop safely and freely” regarding this distribution. According to the sub-delegate, the areas with the greatest commercial influx and transport nodes are where the police presence is reinforced.
Commissioner Manuel Lafuente, National Police mobilized 920 agents In Alicante, Elche, Orihuela, Elda, Petrer, Alcoy, Benidorm and Dénia. However, the bulk of the device is located in Alicante with 350 police officers.
The National Police will also reinforce the staff in the complaints offices and coordinate with the Local Police to ensure the Christmas holidays are as quiet as possible. Anti-terrorism alert at level 4ie in a high risk situation.
commercial protection
Lieutenant Colonel Francisco Poyato emphasized that the Civil Guard’s year-round trade and tourism protection plans in the state have intensified since the beginning of December. According to Poyato, the deployment uniformed and civilian patrolsIn coordination with the Local Police, it is in contact with the managers of commercial establishments and private security companies serving in these areas with an intense influx of people.
Likewise, the Civil Guard disseminates advice to tourists to protect themselves against the activities of thieves and encourages the use of the app. Warning Cops to seek assistance from the Security Forces and Institutions quickly in case of being a victim of crime.