The Guardia Civil have detained an Englishman for 12 robberies using force in locations in Jávea, Benitachell, Teulada-Moraira and Pedreguer, having stolen 150 butane bottles, and five propane bottles valued at €6,200.

The arrested has also been charged with the theft of a car. He has appeared in front of a judge in Denia, and released on bail. His passport was confiscated.