Two people, ages 37 and 42, have been taken into custody by the Guardia Civil on suspicion of stealing from a mining operation in the Marina Alta neighbourhood of Alicante. A total of 6,484 meters of copper wiring were stolen in this crime, which caused significant financial harm to the impacted company and forced the closure of the aggregates factory for several months.

Following the filing of a complaint by corporate officials, who stated that the theft had occurred in December of the previous year, the incident occurred. The majority of the copper wiring that provided power to the plant was taken out by the criminals, leaving it totally unusable. Operation Trastear was started by the Calpe-based company’s ROCA Team in order to shed light on this incident.

It was found throughout the inquiry into the copper theft that the perpetrators were skilled electricians with effective logistics for moving big amounts of the metal. Because of this, the emphasis was on those who were experts in this kind of crime.

Examination of the facts: Expertise in the offence

Following thorough investigations, investigators were able to identify two people who might have been engaged in the mine heist as well as a suspicious car. These suspects, who lived in Toledo province, were put under observation. One of them was found to have a criminal record for being a member of an organisation that focused on copper mine theft.

Preparing the heist: Unusual actions

According to the suspects’ surveillance, both had visited the impacted municipality days prior to the heist in order to survey the region and carefully prepare their course of action. Confirming their concerns required this information.

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The Guardia Civil’s intervention resulted in the dismantling of a gang of thieves.
The detectives’ efforts have been crucial in exposing a criminal organisation that targets burglaries in the mining industry. The Guardia Civil was able to identify the suspects who were present at the time of the heist, proving that one of the offenders owned the vehicle.

Arrests in Recas and Mocejón at the same time

Arrests were made on March 10th during a concerted operation in Toledo’s towns of Recas and Mocejón. One of the suspects had an active arrest warrant from the 54th Court of Instruction in Madrid, for receiving stolen goods and related offences, it was found during the arrest.

Imputation and safety precautions

After the detainees were presented before Denia Investigative Court No. 1 on burglary charges, the court decided to release them on precautionary grounds. This decision strengthens the legal system’s determination in such significant matters.

Effects on the mining industry

The mining industry, where thefts are a major worry, has been greatly impacted by this operation. The exorbitant expense of replacing the stolen material prevents many businesses impacted by these crimes from starting up again.

In summary, the Guardia Civil’s efforts have resulted in the investigation of a crime that impacts not only mining firms but also the general safety and tranquillity of society. The authorities’ prompt action has helped to dismantle this criminal gang, proving their dedication to justice and the battle against crime.

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The bike lane between Calle La Niña and Letonia on Avenida de los Ejércitos Españoles is going to be altered by Calpe City Council. To increase safety for both users, the area allotted for bicycles and pedestrians is to be appropriately redistributed.

At the moment, the bike lane is situated on the innermost portion of the sidewalk and runs parallel to it without a curb. A one-metre-wide sidewalk and, at the end, a garden space run parallel to the bike lane, which faces the road. By moving the pavement to this innermost end, these projects hope to make it easier for pedestrians to visit the nearby stores without having to cross the bike route.

Putting money into security

In order to make the path safer for both cyclists and pedestrians, the pedestrian sidewalk will also be widened, extending from one to three metres, and will be divided from the bike lane by a landscaped space of more than one metre, where trees and street furniture will be placed. In turn, a gap of nearly one metre will divide the bike lane from the parallel parking strip that runs the length of this portion.

Along with planting trees and updating the street furniture, the project will also involve putting in a bike lane with a unique pavement that is more appropriate and long-lasting for this purpose.

A four-month execution period

Within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, which is funded by the European Union – Next Generation, this project is part of the Sustainable Tourism Destination Plan, which is supported by the State Secretariat for Tourism and the Valencian Community Tourism Department.

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With a base value of €449,682.13, the project has already been placed out to bid and is presently undergoing evaluation before being awarded. Four months is the estimated completion time.

Councillor for Infrastructure Juan Manuel del Pino stressed that the project is part of the Calp council’s commitment to encouraging bicycle use and pedestrian routes. “With this initiative, we not only aim to create a safer route for residents but also to facilitate their mobility and accessibility along one of Calpe’s main thoroughfares,” he said.

A 43-year-old male has been taken into custody by National Police officers in the municipality of Elche on suspicion of engaging in illegal detention and extortion.

Officers became aware after the victim reported that an acquaintance had threatened and extorted him, demanding a debt of 90,000 euros.

In his complaint, the victim said that a male acquaintance of his had frightened him by contacting him a few months prior and requesting €90,000 for the down payment on a real estate transaction and the sale of a car.

The intimidation and threats were received multiple times. Once, the accused criminal went up to the victim and pushed him into his car. Once inside, a third individual demanded complete payment of the loan while grabbing him by the neck, immobilising him and pressing a sharp item against his side. After that, they left him a few km away from the location of his pickup.

Along with the threats, the accused criminal followed the victim to every location he visited and insisted on paying the bill each time.

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The victim made three financial payments of 10,000 euros each as a result of the compulsion, threats, and terror the accused used to induce in him.

Officers examined the complainant’s car throughout the inquiry and found a GPS tracker within one of the rearview mirrors, which gave the suspected offender constant access to his location.

Following his identification, the accused criminal was taken into custody for his involvement in the illegal detention and extortion activities.

The inquiry is still ongoing while the second perpetrator of the threats made inside the already-detained person’s car is found and apprehended.

The inmate was taken before the Elche Investigative Court after police investigations.

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