In Alicante, the National Police temporarily stopped two suspects during a violent robbery in progress. The apprehension occurred as officers intercepted the individuals while they were committing the crime, uncovering premium mobile phones and luxury watches valued at 8,000 euros among their belongings. Police sources confirmed that the men in custody were the ones responsible for the assault and theft, which involved pushing the victim to the ground and decamping with belongings in the shock of the moment, a blow to sense and security that left the victim shaken. The emotional and monetary value of the stolen watch stood out, as it was a gift from the victim’s mother.
The incident unfolded on a central street in the city during a routine crime-prevention patrol. Officers patrolling the area observed two men behaving with evasive intent and decided to stop them to verify their identities, given the possibility that a criminal act had just occurred.
During the identification process, three young French nationals approached and informed the officers that two men had violently attacked someone a few minutes earlier, making off with a small amount of money. Their accounts aligned with what the officers were already investigating. In the ensuing search of the men, the officers recovered the stolen money alongside a number of debit cards belonging to another person, a cell phone, and a high-end watch, all items seized as part of the inquiry.
When questioned about the origins of the seized items, the two men offered inconsistent explanations. After the officers briefed them on the likely sources of the belongings, the suspects were placed under arrest on charges of violent robbery. The proceedings continued at the police station as officers established the framework of the case and prepared for further steps in the investigation.
The investigation quickly intensified. Authorities linked the detainees to another incident that had occurred days earlier, during which a second man had been abducted using force. The new evidence included five debit cards, a state‑of‑the‑art mobile phone, and a luxury watch valued at 8,000 euros. Once the rightful owner of the recovered items was identified, all property was returned. The victim expressed deep gratitude to the officers for recovering belongings of significant monetary and sentimental value, particularly the mother’s gift that carried personal meaning beyond its price tag.
The collaboration between the Operational Response Group and the Judicial Police Operational Group in Alicante’s Central Region was pivotal. The Algerian detainees, aged 20 and 29, were turned over to the Investigation Court in Alicante for further disposition.
citizen cooperation
Public involvement plays a crucial role in stopping crime and ensuring safety. Citizens are encouraged to report any criminal activity promptly. The National Police provides multiple channels for communication, including the emergency number 091, the official website policia.es, and the AlertCops mobile application. By staying vigilant and sharing information, communities help officers identify suspects quickly and recover stolen property. [Source: National Police Information Desk]