Up to 71 attacks on Costa del Sol It puts the National Police on something a group of former soldiers from ancient Eastern Europe specialized in theft homes and organizationsin most regions luxury residence marbella. Before each attack, where they did not hesitate to use violence and intimidation, the gang examined each target in detail, preferably in areas close to the golf course, so that they would have more options when escaping. “There are six detainees, including the leader and an Albanian citizen.”Highly trained in boarding and counter surveillance“A person who actively participates in every robbery and always carries a firearm in his belt, as reported at the press conference of the National Police on Wednesday. Four of the attacks are being investigated as robberies involving violence or intimidation. discovered by residents.
Operation Western broke out on January 18 with half a dozen searches in different parts of Malaga province: Fuengirola (1), Málaga (2), Mijas (1) and Torremolinos (2). During these, agents intervened 169 pieces of jeweleryIn addition to the elements used in the attacks, branded watches, bags and other effects of famous brands were also seized. They emphasize something weaponA. live fire shotgun and another a simulated, extendable defense, a brass knuckle, transmission equipmentclothes like boots, balaclava and gloves, a large machete and tools to act as powerfully as possible (crowbar, radial and drills). In addition, 8 thousand 700 euros in cash were also seized.
The investigation was carried out by agents of the Local Judicial Police Brigade of Marbella Police Station, in cooperation with their colleagues at the Provincial Police Station and different specialized units.one of the most active networks remembered in the state“Such attacks have been occurring lately. Investigators say the group 64 robberies in Marbella (58 in homes and six in workplaces) and seven other criminal acts Estepona, Malaga and Torremolinos.
modus operandi
Initial investigations began after several violent robberies were detected in homes in Marbella. same pattern. The writers succeeded special vehicles to force doors, windows or safes and within a certain period of time. Their favorite areas were nearby homes and businesses golf coursesespecially in the Artola and Río Real regions.
Police work made it possible to identify some members of the network; This made it possible to know the material means they used, including the cars used in their travels, often rented. In fact, the investigation revealed that they had. Collaboration of a Spanish businessman who runs a vehicle buying and selling business in the capital of Malaga. Their job was to supply cars whose ownership had not yet been changed or with forged documents and without any contract, making investigations difficult.
Their military training allowed them to use personal security measures and counter-surveillance when traveling both on foot and by vehicle, with U-turn maneuvers or unpredictable stops.
When it comes to splitting tasks, the leader took over the planning and reviewing all of the band’s actions, also being responsible for eliminating stolen effects. One step below were the others two Eastern European citizensWHO They were working as drivers Tools and provided Scope of remaining members. A fourth person was responsible for collecting rental vehicles.