Law enforcement in Pedreguer intercepted a routine operation that targeted a small group of habitual criminals involved in wallet theft and the misuse of bank cards found inside. At the moment of arrest, a restraining order existed between the man and the woman involved, leading to an additional accusation of breaching that order. After the apprehension, the detainees were transferred to the Denia Instruction Court No. 1 and released on charges once the preliminary hearing concluded. [citation: Police records]
The Pedreguer Main Police Station’s Investigation Area initiated inquiries after receiving information about a wallet that contained cash, bank cards, and personal documents being taken from a local resident at the end of September. The investigation focused on confirming the theft details, tracing missing items, and establishing whether the incident was isolated or part of a larger pattern of related crimes in the area. [citation: Police records]
Multiple processes
During the inquiry, investigators observed that the suspects attempted to withdraw 500 euros from an ATM but were unsuccessful. The team noted a flurry of small, rapid transactions using the stolen cards in a short window, suggesting a coordinated effort to exploit the stolen payment instruments before authorities could intervene. This pattern helped steer the investigation toward identifying the perpetrators more quickly. [citation: Police records]
Footage from security cameras underwent thorough review by trained officers. Through careful analysis, the investigators could pinpoint the individuals responsible: a man and a woman, both residents of the town, aged 31 and 33 respectively. The couple was linked by proximity and behavior evident in the footage, reinforcing the case against them. [citation: Police records]
On October 4, authorities executed an operating search and apprehension operation, culminating in the arrest of the two suspects. The detainees, who already carried extensive criminal backgrounds, face charges that include theft and fraud, with additional accusations of attempted fraud linked to the ATM transactions observed earlier in the investigation. The case continues through the judicial process as prosecutors compile their file and prepare for subsequent hearings. [citation: Police records]