A couple has been arrested by the Callosa de Segura Civil Guard, in collaboration with the Rafal Local Police, for the violent robbery of an 84-year-old woman in Rafal. The incident occurred in early September when the victim was accosted on the street.
The male suspect, under the guise of asking for directions, forcefully removed a gold necklace from the woman’s neck. The victim sustained injuries requiring medical attention.
The investigation, launched following a community outcry, led authorities to identify the suspects. It was revealed that the man had an accomplice who acted as a getaway driver.
On October 18th, both the 39-year-old man and 40-year-old woman, known for their involvement in similar crimes, were apprehended. They have been charged with robbery with violence and are currently awaiting trial.
