The Guardia Civil has dismantled a network responsible for 110 burglaries in inhabited residences in the provinces of Alicante, Valencia, Albacete, and Murcia.
The group was operating in the municipalities of Elda, Novelda, and Villena in the province of Alicante, as well as in Guardamar del Segura, Alicante, San Vicente de Raspeig, Teulada, and Gata de Gorgos, according to the Civil Guard of Albacete’s investigation.
There have been seven arrests of Colombian nationals, with ages ranging from 19 to 42.
The burglaries were perpetrated by the perpetrators using a technique called “bumping”, which enables the opening of a door without the need to force the security lock. By inserting a manipulated key into the lock cylinder, they were able to cause the cylinder pistons to leap out, thereby enabling the key to turn and thereby opening the security door.
The Guardia Civil stated in a statement on Monday that the detainees gained access to the apartment entrances by either using the lock or repeatedly contacting the apartment doormen, posing as employees of courier companies, telephone companies and so forth. This approach earned the trust of their neighbours, who subsequently opened the building doors for them.
On other occasions, the group employed female members to make residence decisions. They pretended to disseminate publicity or request data for surveys by ringing doorbells while carrying folders or survey kits. They promptly notified the group members if there were no residents.
The organisation that has been dismantled stole jewellery, watches, currency, or any other valuable items.
Author: Derek Appleton
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