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Six years of expulsion from Spain for leading a gang that prostituted women

A Romanian man in his sixties was tried yesterday, Monday May 5th, by the Alicante Court on two separate charges. The charges stemmed from his involvement in an organised group that aimed to force women into prostitution through an enslavement system. The court imposed a six-year ban from Spain on the man.

The Prosecutor’s Office conjectured that the defendant was accountable for the recruitment and transportation of the victims, the majority of whom were minors and originated from Romania. Once they arrived in the province of Alicante, the defendant directed them to various regions within the province or the country for prostitution.

After his defence reached an agreement in accordance with the Public Prosecutor’s Office, the accused admitted the facts during the two proceedings scheduled for this Monday before the same court as the Second Section.

The agreement has resulted in a reduction of the total sentences from 26 years and three months for the first trial and 58 for the second to a total of 26 years: 5 years and 8 months for the first case and an additional 21 for the second. This reduction was achieved by applying both the mitigating circumstance of acknowledgement of the facts and the highly qualified one of undue delays, as determined by the defence attorney, Roberto Sánchez, given that the events in both proceedings occurred over 20 years ago, between 2001 and 2004.

Nevertheless, the sentence, which has been rendered definitive after being administered in person, consists of a maximum of six years of expulsion from the national territory, contingent upon the parties’ agreement. The accused’s dangerousness and the delays, as well as the fact that he had already served nearly four years in pretrial detention in Spain, have been considered.

The defence attorney has stated that the expulsion sentence in Romania, the defendant’s country of origin, will be effective immediately. The defendant had previously served time for homicide in Romania.

The first case results in his conviction for one count of criminal association, which carries a sentence of one year in prison. They also find him guilty of two counts of adult prostitution, each carrying a one-year prison sentence. Additionally, he is sentenced to eight months in prison for receiving stolen goods. Finally, he is found guilty of one count of conspiracy to murder for allegedly running a criminal organisation that specialised in violent crimes at Fontcalent Prison, which carries a sentence of one year and nine months.

The prosecution alleges that the man, who was in possession of a cell phone, directed several members of the gang to murder two individuals with whom the criminal organisation had unresolved business. Nevertheless, the Civil Guard successfully averted the executions.

Additionally, in the second case, he is found guilty of eight offences of prostitution for minors, each of which is punishable by two years in prison; four offences related to prostitution for adults, each of which is punishable by one year in prison; and a continuing offence of falsifying official documents, for which he is sentenced to an additional year in prison.

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Santa Pola man questioned by police for teaching children how to shoot a gun in a park

The Santa Pola Local Police responded to an incident near the town’s Skate Park in which a man used an air rifle in front of minors. According to the police force’s social media sites, the person was showing his son and other children how to use the rifle, including shooting rounds into the air.

The incident occurred a few days ago during the officers’ afternoon shift, while they patrolled the area to maintain the safety of public places. They discovered this abnormal condition, which threatened the safety of youngsters and other individuals.

The local police arrived quickly to the area and reported the occurrence to the proper authorities. Fortunately, no serious injuries or consequences were reported, but the incident has aroused worries regarding the reckless use of this type of weapon, particularly in the company of youngsters.

The Local Police attempted to jokingly highlight the gravity of the situation by wondering whether the culprit is a “Father of the Year” candidate. They also emphasised the necessity of promoting civility in public places and educating youngsters about safety regulations.

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Nearly 40 fines issued to scooter drivers in Dénia in one week

During the week of May 5th-11th, the Dénia Local Police increased their enforcement of Personal Mobility Vehicles (PMVs), resulting in 38 fines.

The main violations detected were:

Circulate through pedestrian areas or sidewalks

Do not wear a helmet

Driving under the minimum age

Riding with a passenger.

In this regard, the Dénia Local Police reminds you of the basic regulations for driving a vehicle:

Maximum speed: 25 km/h

Minimum age: 15 years

Mandatory use of helmet

Lighting: front white light and rear red light

Permitted areas: 20-30 lanes and bike lane

It is forbidden to drive in pedestrian areas or pavements.

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Couple jailed for robberies using the “hug” method in Malaga and Alicante

The Guardia Civil has arrested a man and a woman, both 38 years old, for allegedly committing six crimes in Malaga and Alicante using the “hug” approach. After appearing before a judge, they were ordered to be held in custody.

On May 1st in Calpe (Alicante), police from the investigation area of the town’s main post saw a suspicious car driving at a low speed. The vehicle’s occupants were particularly interested in older folks passing through the region.

Given these odd conditions, investigators checked the vehicle’s database and determined it was associated with previous crimes. They then identified the occupants, verifying that each had an arrest warrant for a robbery committed weeks earlier in Marbella, according to a Guardia Civil statement.

Key information concerning the arrest:

A 38-year-old man and woman were arrested for six crimes in Malaga and Alicante.
They employed the hugging approach to perpetrate crimes.
They have been linked to a violent robbery in Marbella.
The embrace technique is a frequent practice among organised crime groups.

A couple arrested for robbery with the hug method

While police were conducting the arrest, it was discovered that the same couple had committed a theft in Calpe, stealing two gold chains from a tourist by fondling and personal contact. A thorough examination linked them to four other similar events since April.

Significant economic damage

Several high-end watches were violently robbed in Jávea, Pilar de la Horadada, and Marbella. Jewellery and watches were also stolen in La Nucía, Calpe, and Pedreguer. The anticipated financial loss surpasses €140,000. Both detainees were taken before Denia Investigating Court No. 2 and sentenced to prison.

Criminal organisations’ methods of operation

The hug method is a popular tactic among organised travel groups.
They prefer elderly persons or those in vulnerable positions as their victims.
They distract their victims with phoney gestures of affection before stealing things.