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Parking at Torrevieja Port will reopen on Wednesday, April 9th

The Torrevieja Port car park will reopen to the public on Wednesday, April 9th, following the completion of the remodelling. It is now operational again, having undergone a complete renovation and boasting a new, modern, accessible, and effective infrastructure, following a year and a half of work. The parking lot, which is situated adjacent to the port and spans a single floor, provides a total of 640 spaces. Of these, 18 are equipped with 22 kW electric charging capabilities, 18 are designated for individuals with reduced mobility, and 2 additional spaces are available for individuals with reduced mobility and are also provided with 22 kW electric charging capabilities. It also includes an intelligent access system that utilises license plate reading to expedite user entry and departure without the necessity of tickets, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and promoting sustainability. Telpark’s objective is to fortify its backing for the region and encourage local commerce during this critical period through this early reopening.

The car park is equipped with a two-lane car entrance to enhance efficiency, and a third barrier is reserved for season ticket holders to prevent turnaround delays during the summer. Additionally, there are two lanes at the vehicle departure. Seven pedestrian entrances and one lift have been incorporated, with an additional two pedestrian entrances and four lifts to be added at a later date.
Telpark, the parking management company, has initiated a special promotion to commemorate its reopening on Wednesday, April 9th. This promotion enables users to experience the Express Ticket at a 50% discount from the base price of €1.90 until May 8th. The Express Ticket also enables users to access exclusive promotions and manage their stay swiftly through the app. The Telpark website can be accessed here https://www.empark.com/en/
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Man ran over and killed by his ex-girlfriend in San Pedro

In San Pedro del Pinatar (Murcia), a woman was arrested for the intentional death of her ex-boyfriend by driving over him with a vehicle. The Guardia Civil reported an ongoing case of domestic violence between the two individuals, yet no legal action ensued.
On Wednesday afternoon, April 9th, at approximately 3:15 p.m., the alarm was raised due to the fact that a man was incapacitated after being struck by a vehicle on a busy road that connects the town centre with Pilar de la Horadada del Mojón (Alicante).
Emergency services and local law enforcement responded to the incident. The individual was already deceased when the paramedics arrived, and they were unable to save his life.
Initially, the woman, the victim’s ex-partner, was detained at the San Pedro Comprehensive Security Centre due to the abundant evidence that indicated an intentional hit-and-run.
Subsequently, the Guardia Civil was assigned the case, and the perpetrator was arrested at 4:30 p.m. for the offence of homicide.
The Civil Guard is conducting an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the fatal accident.
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Man arrested in Alcoy for stealing women’s underwear

A man has been arrested in Alcoy (Alicante) for allegedly stealing personal belongings and pants from a home that is shared by three young women.
The man is purported to have entered the girls’ flat on two separate occasions by climbing through a window.
After two of the young women submitted a complaint, the investigation commenced, as they observed that some of their belongings were missing from their rooms, and there were no apparent signs of forced entry.
One of the victims returned to the police station several days later to report that she had observed a man leap from the window of her apartment to the window of the building across the street.
The police were contacted after the incident was discussed with her friends. Prior to doing so, they obtained additional information by consulting with one of the administrators of the sheltered flat where the suspect lived.
Finally, the police were able to identify and apprehend the alleged criminal, as well as recover the stolen items, which included numerous pants.
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Four arrested in Torrevieja with a kilogramme of ketamine

The Torrevieja Citizen Security Unit (USECIC) conducted two operations on consecutive days, resulting in the arrest of 7 individuals for drug trafficking.
Four arrests and the seizure of a kilo of ketamine in the centre of Torrevieja were the outcomes of one of the two operations.
The incident transpired on March 23rd at 1:00 p.m. A vehicle that was travelling in the opposite direction entered a central street while officers from the Torrevieja Citizen Security Unit (USECIC) were conducting a crime prevention service in the town. The vehicle was subsequently stop. When they requested the driver’s credentials, he denied possessing a driver’s licence and presented a photograph of a licence that was purportedly issued in Colombia. After conducting a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle and its occupants, the officers proceeded to identify the remaining individuals.
Upon examining the vehicle’s interior, they discovered a dose of pink cocaine in the glove compartment, as well as over €1,000 in cash, which was further divided into bills of varying denominations. Another small bag of cocaine was discovered among the personal possessions of the woman who was travelling in the passenger seat. The remaining two passengers were discovered to be in possession of an additional €300 in cash and a kilo of ketamine, which they had concealed within a rucksack.
Guardia Civil officers also confirmed that the driver’s license photo provided by the driver was tampered with and that he did not possess a driver’s license.
The four individuals, two men aged 26 and 27, and two women aged 28 and 43, are of Colombian descent and have been apprehended for narcotic trafficking. The driver is also charged with a traffic violation for falsifying documents and travelling without a licence.
A total of 1 kilogramme of ketamine, 8 grammes of pink cocaine, also known as “tusi,” 1,495 euros, several mobile phones, and the vehicle used to commit the offences were seized.
An additional three individuals were apprehended for narcotic trafficking during a search of the AP7.
However, the previous day, March 22nd, officers from the same Unit had apprehended three additional individuals: two men aged 31 and 35, and a 34-year-old woman. These individuals are being accused with a separate drug trafficking offence, in which the Civil Guard seized 150 grammes of cocaine and 2,415 euros.
The seven detainees have been released on parole, and the Investigating Court No. 4 of Torrevieja has received the proceedings for both cases.
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