The local council of Los Alcázares has begun cleaning operations in municipal channels as part of their preparations for the upcoming rainy season, expected to bring heavy rainfall. The work focuses on clearing drains, channels, and rainwater networks to minimise the risk of water accumulation and potential flooding in residential areas. In addition to the physical cleaning efforts, the council has launched a municipal notice providing residents with essential advice regarding safety measures during this time. The information communicated aims […]

In a significant crackdown on financial crime, the National Police have apprehended two young adults, aged twenty and twenty-one, in Elche on charges of fraud and money laundering. These individuals were reportedly recruited as 'money mules', receiving small sums of money in exchange for handing over their personal details and allowing third parties to control their bank accounts. The investigation suggests these accounts were used in various fraudulent schemes throughout Spain. The inquiry commenced following a complaint filed by one […]

Firefighters from the Provincial Consortium stabilised a fire near the cemetery of Guardamar del Segura this morning. The blaze was detected at three seventeen and was declared stabilised shortly after eight twenty. Despite this, many resources remained in the area to ensure complete safety, as reported by the Provincial Consortium of Firefighters. The fire affected forest vegetation and was fanned by winds. Initially, aerial support was requested but was later cancelled due to the favourable conditions that led to the […]

A recent investigation into two violent robberies that took place in July in La Manga, within the municipality of Cartagena, has led to the arrest of two suspects, one underage and the other aged twenty-seven. This operation, named 'Kurmache', commenced after the Guardia Civil became aware of attacks directed at two women walking along Gran Vía in La Manga del Mar Menor. The robberies occurred just minutes apart from each other. In the first incident, the assailant approached an elderly […]

A British holidaymaker has died after encountering difficulties while swimming at Levante Beach in Benidorm on Saturday, August thirtieth. The thirty-one-year-old man, who was holidaying on the Costa Blanca with friends, entered the water around eight o'clock in the evening. His two companions managed to reach shore, but he disappeared and could not be located immediately. Emergency services were alerted, and a search operation commenced promptly. Tragically, despite the efforts of bystanders and lifeguards, the man's body was recovered shortly […]

The National Police has successfully dismantled a criminal organisation operating in the provinces of Alicante and Almería. This group was allegedly involved in providing boats, engines, and fuel to other criminal networks for transporting migrants from Algeria to the Spanish coast. During the operation, the police arrested seven individuals, six in Almería and one in Alicante, three of whom have been placed in provisional custody. The police seized three semi-rigid boats believed to have been used in at least four […]