Two people charged with four counts of theft and bank fraud in Puerto del Carmen

Guardía Civil agents have arrested two people charged with four counts of theft and bank fraud in which €2,000 worth of property were stolen and €8,000 worth of goods purchased with stolen credit cards.

The investigation began in February this year, when agents were made aware that thieves were using a classic pickpocket’s method of working in pairs, targeting older tourists and stealing wallets and handbags while using distraction techniques.

The thefts in question took place in crowded areas in Puerto del Carmen, and agents discovered that the thieves had swapped hire cars and rental accommodation to throw investigators off the track. Nevertheless, the arrests of two Romanian nationals were confirmed yesterday

The investigation continues and further arrests have not been ruled out.