October 11th 2024.
Law enforcement agencies in various regions of Spain have come together to form specialized units to combat a growing issue: designer watch muggings. These groups have been created in response to a recent incident involving a British tourist who was targeted and robbed of his diamond Rolex worth a staggering £100,000 on the Spanish island of Mallorca.
The 55-year-old man was enjoying a night out in the Mediterranean city of Palma when he fell victim to not one, but two separate attacks. The first occurred just moments after he had his mobile phone snatched from his hands. The victim, who has chosen to remain anonymous, had left a bar on the popular promenade when a thief followed him and stole his iPhone, valued at £840.
But the unfortunate series of events did not end there. As the victim was withdrawing cash from an ATM near the well-known La Bodeguita Del Medio bar, he was ambushed by two more assailants who threw him to the ground. In a matter of seconds, they snatched the victim's prized possession: a diamond Rolex President Day-Date watch estimated to be worth £150,000 according to the owner, though Spanish officials have valued it at £100,000.
The shocking details of these crimes were revealed during the court proceedings of the three thieves responsible for the attacks. It is a disturbing reminder of the dangers that lurk in popular tourist destinations, and it serves as a cautionary tale for travelers to remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings. Law enforcement in Spain is taking these incidents seriously and has taken measures to prevent further incidents through the formation of specialized units. As for the victim, he has been left with not only the loss of his valuable possessions but also the trauma and fear that comes with being a victim of such a violent crime.
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