In Zaragoza, concerns rose after reports emerged about a suspect allegedly attempting to lure minors with puppies. The alert originated in Valdespartera in late October and soon spread to additional neighborhoods as more patrols documented similar incidents. The inquiries were coordinated by the National Police, with investigators tracing a white van that had not been seen before in the area around the time the incidents occurred on José Luis Borau street in Actur.
The first notable encounter was recorded around 3:40 in the afternoon. A young person encountered a vehicle described as a white van bearing offerings of puppies. The teenager fled the scene, seeking safety before any further contact could be attempted. The Aragon Police Department issued a calm reminder to residents about vigilance and safety protocols, noting that a security device had been activated and that authorities were reviewing surveillance footage from cameras installed along the affected corridors.
The initial case occurred at the end of October, as reported by El Periódico de Aragón, part of the Prensa Ibérica group. A mother of an 11-year-old boy reported the incident at room 091 of the National Police response center. She explained that her son, walking home from training, noticed a white van on Gilda street with the sign Chimera del Oro. It was afternoon. According to her account, a hooded man stepped out of the van, urged the boy to come closer, and offered him puppies. The boy, frightened, ran away, and the mother promptly filed a formal complaint through the appropriate channel.
Responding quickly, several teams from the National Police’s Citizens’ Security Brigade coordinated with Local Police to locate the vehicle and gather any available evidence, though no physical trace of the van was found at the time. The swift action underscored the authorities’ commitment to preventing harm to minors and ensuring community safety in the wake of unsettling reports.
Days after the first report, another neighbor recounted a similar scare. Her son had just reached home when a white van appeared and offered a ride to see the puppies. A sense of fear, described by residents as waking curiosity and caution in equal measure, spread through the area surrounding Valdespartera. Additional reports from different streets confirmed a pattern of encounters that prompted a broader police response and intensified monitoring in the neighborhood network.
In this ongoing investigation, the Minor Group (Grume) and the Specialized and Violent Crimes Unit (UDEV) within the Aragon High Police Station have taken charge of examining these events. Their role includes reviewing prior cases, identifying potential links between sightings, and coordinating with local patrols to ensure rapid, visible presence in the affected districts. The authorities emphasize that community cooperation remains essential to prevent such incidents and to safeguard youths who travel through these neighborhoods. The case continues to be monitored by the security operations center, with updates issued as more information becomes available. The overarching aim is to deter predators who might target minors in public spaces and to reinforce trust between residents and law enforcement in Zaragoza.
[Attribution: El Periódico de Aragón, Prensa Ibérica group]