The Civil Guard has apprehended five individuals linked to a series of thefts in supermarkets across the provinces of Murcia and Alicante. The total value of the stolen goods exceeds eight thousand euros, predominantly comprising high-value items such as cured meats, alcoholic beverages, preserves, and extra virgin olive oil.

The law enforcement agency launched the investigation after receiving a complaint from a representative of the supermarket chain. Surveillance footage revealed that the thieves followed a consistent pattern: three or four would enter the store, with one filling a cart while another distracted staff members, allowing the last to leave without payment.

Locating the suspects proved challenging as they lacked a permanent address and did not reside where they were registered. However, authorities successfully detained two of the suspects after another theft in a supermarket in Rojales, Alicante. The recovery of stolen goods took place at that time.

Subsequently, the remaining three were arrested in Guardamar del Segura and Almoradí. Furthermore, the authorities confiscated two vehicles allegedly used for committing these crimes. The investigation, conducted by the Novelda investigation unit of the Civil Guard, has clarified a total of eleven thefts across multiple towns in both provinces.