In the Murcia region, the Seprona unit of the Guardia Civil reported a rise in environmental crime investigations, with one hundred sixty four individuals being scrutinised in the past year. This represents an eighteen per cent increase from the previous year, with six of those cases connected to intentional forest fires.

Among the illicit activities detected were clandestine extractions of groundwater for agricultural use and the illegal construction of buildings in natural spaces, which breaches local regulations. Additionally, the Seprona unit highlighted incidents of illegal waste dumping and irregular shipments of industrial waste abroad.

The increase in cases reflects growing concerns over environmental sustainability and wildlife protection in the region. The authorities continue to monitor various sectors to prevent further damage to the local ecosystem.

Environmental protection services, such as Seprona, play a crucial role in safeguarding natural resources, and their ongoing investigations underscore the importance of compliance with environmental laws.