A police investigation into car thefts in the Schengen area has resulted in 68 arrests and the seizure of 214 vehicles, mostly high-end models.
Five arrested in Madrid for setting fire to rubbish containers
Police in Madrid arrested five people on Saturady after a number of containers were set on fire and rubbish scattered. he city is in the throes of a strike by cleaning staff.
Three copper cable thieves apprehended in Antequera
Guardia Civil officers from Antequera have arrested three people suspected of removing the entire cabling system of a public park and industrial estate.
Copper wire thieves arrested in Benalmádena
Local Police in Benalmádena have arrested three people on suspicion of stealing copper wire from within the municipality over the past few months, an act which not only inconveniences the local residents but also drains the municipal coffers.
Two arrested on suspicion of drugs trafficking
Two British nationals have been arrested in Frigiliana on suspicion of operating a marijuana plantation and drugs trafficking. Both are apparently the subjects of outstanding international arrest warrants issued by the British authorities.
Gang of robbers dismantled in Cádiz
The Guardia Civil has dismantled a gang of robbers, 18 men and 6 women, operating in Cádiz province. The gang also managed several drug outlets in the area.
Couple arrested on suspicion of negligent homicide of baby
Police in Barcelona have arrested a couple, an Italian man and a Brazilian woman, on suspicion of the negligent homicide of their baby.
2,300 marijuana plants seized in two operations
In two separate operations National Police officers have dismantled three marijuana plantations in Almayate, Benalmádena and Mijas, seizing a total of 2,300 cannabis sativa plants.
18 arrested for distributing child pornography
National Police officers have arrested 18 people and charged another 11 in relation to the online distribution of videos showing adults sexually abusing children aged between four and six years old.
Three arrested in Huelva for cocaine possession
Guardia Civil officers in Huelva have arrested three people at a drugs control point after finding three kilos of cocaine in their vehicle.