The Policia Nacional busted a gang of pickpockets who specialized in the elderly – the 17 arrests made were nine men and eight women.
Regatta Weekend
by Hugh MacArthur •
This weekend will see the traditional Costa Tropical Summer Regatta with 150 yachtsmen (and women; ‘yachtsperson’ doesn’t exist) competing in six categories.
Not Again!
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Guardia Civil in Roquetas de Mar rescued a 3-month-old baby from a parked car, where it had been left whilst the parents went shopping.
Frigiliana Killing
by Hugh MacArthur •
A 76-year-old man allegedly killed his 71-year-old wife in their cortijo in the Axarquia village of Frigiliana, in the area known as Pago de Lizar. The man then left a note confessing to the crime and then committed suicide.
Temporary Public Parking
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Town Hall of Almuñécar has authorized two temporary public parking areas; one next to the Medical Centre on the P-4 and the other in La Herradura.
Almuñécar Environment Week
by Hugh MacArthur •
Here’s your chance to find out more about local flora and fauna, above and below sea level within the municipality of Almuñécar and along the Costa Tropical.
Sick Society: One
by Hugh MacArthur •
A man is facing 20 years for allegedly murdering his wife: according to the police, he stabbed her 49 times and poked both of her eyes out.
Contraband Tobacco Seized
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Guardia Civil in Granada, together with Spanish Inland Revenue, confiscated over 95 tonnes of contraband tobacco in one swoop, arresting two people.
Drunk & Disorderly
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Almuñécar Policía Local arrested 34-year-old man for disorderly public conduct and threatening behavior. The individual, A.G.L., was then handed over to the Guardia Civil.
La Herradura Bike Meet
by Hugh MacArthur •
This weekend, the 2nd & 3rd will see a bike meet in La Herradura, organized by the Almuñécar bike club, El Incerso, held in the Castillo.