A 24-year-old man has been detained by the Guardia Civil on suspicion of committing a violent robbery in Calp. The incident led to the victim falling to the ground and striking his head against a curb, resulting in visible injuries. The suspect, who has a history of previous offenses, was handed over to the Denia Guardia de Instrucción court, where he was subsequently released under the imposition of precautionary measures. (Source: Guardia Civil)
In the early hours of January 29, the victim, a 52-year-old Calp resident, was making his way home after leaving a local establishment. An unknown individual seized a moment of inattention to grab the bag slung over his shoulder and forcefully pull it away, according to the Guardia Civil. The force of the theft caused the victim to fall and strike his head on the pavement, resulting in an open wound. He required medical attention and was later transported to Denia Hospital for treatment. (Source: Guardia Civil)
During the initial phase of the investigation, officers interviewed multiple witnesses in the area and reviewed surveillance footage from nearby cameras. The images helped narrow the field and led to the identification of the suspect. Once identified, authorities located him and effected his detention. The individual is a 24-year-old with a substantial criminal record, facing charges related to the reported robbery. (Source: Guardia Civil)
On February 6, the detainee was brought before the Denia Guardia de Instrucción court, which ordered his release under precautionary measures. (Source: Guardia Civil)