Three arrested after thieves allegedly steal more than €4,000 in laundrette raids across Spain’s Marina Alta

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with a series of laundrette robberies across Spain's Marina Alta, where thieves allegedly stole more than €4,000. The suspects, a 37-year-old man, a 42-year-old man, and a 20-year-old woman, were detained on October 14 by the Guardia Civil. The alleged scheme involved the suspects posing as ordinary customers to gain knowledge of the laundrettes' operations and security measures before the break-ins.

The investigation began after multiple break-ins were reported at laundrettes in El Verger, Pedreguer, and Gata de Gorgos, Alicante province, over a short period. It was discovered that the suspects had visited the businesses beforehand to observe their workings, which allowed them to plan their robberies effectively. The Guardia Civil's investigation revealed that the trio had forced entry into the businesses, stole money, and caused damage during the break-ins.

This case highlights the financial consequences that small businesses face when dealing with repeated break-ins, as the reported losses from the five alleged incidents extended beyond the stolen cash to include damage to the premises. The case file has been forwarded to the Court of Instance in Dénia for judicial proceedings, and the three suspects remain accused of the alleged offences, pending a court determination.