As part of Operation “Despropósito” (Outrageous), the Guardia Civil has arrested a criminal organisation devoted to breaking into luxury homes on the Costa del Sol. Five people were arrested as a result of the operation, while eleven others—the majority of whom are Albanian nationals—were investigated.
Following the discovery of multiple residential burglaries that shared a common pattern, the investigation got underway. Based on their great purchasing power, the gang members chose their victims, followed them to their residences, and then carried out the robberies, taking valuables. During the break-ins, they wore wigs and rubber masks to hide their identities.
Using a court warrant, the investigators searched a number of the organisation’s properties in Marbella and Mijas. Three guns, ammo, two stolen luxury cars, seven fake licence plates, high-end watches from well-known brands, and €39,465 in cash were found inside.
Over €80,000 worth of seized products have already been given back to their respective owners. Officers from the Mijas Guardia Civil station conducted the operation, which is still ongoing with the goal of resolving every robbery this group has perpetrated.
Author: Derek Appleton
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