Crime as a whole - both conventional and cybercrime rose in the Balearics.
Crime as a whole - both conventional and cybercrime rose in the Balearics.
Balearic crime spike
Among the most populated Spanish cities, Malaga (+10.9%) and Zaragoza (+7.8%) are the cities with the highest increases in conventional crimes - murders, thefts, drug trafficking and sexual assaults - and cybercrime such as computer fraud.
In terms of cybercrime, 8,609 computer frauds were recorded from January to September, 17.9% more than in 2023.
In terms of cybercrime, 8,609 computer frauds were recorded from January to September, 17.9% more than in 2023.
Two busted for Mallorca vehicle wrecking spree
In the last 72 hours, more than 25 thefts from cars and vans have been committed in the area.
The National Police carried out the investigation and arrest.
The National Police carried out the investigation and arrest.
Police bust art forgery ring in Spain selling fake Banksy works
Investigators have seized nine works and recorded at least 25 sales to victims in Spain, Germany, Switzerland, the United States and Scotland.
Manhunt for German accused of starting forest fires in Mallorca
Provincial Court has issued a search and arrest warrant.
Have you seen these men in Spain?
Have you seen these men in Spain?
Britain’s most wanted could be in the Balearics
Callers from Spain should call the freephone Spanish number 900 926 111.
Tourist attacked and robbed in Mallorca
The detainees tried to violently resist arrest.
Calvia Local Police are on a mission.
Calvia Local Police are on a mission.
Jail for French gang which allegedly raped Briton in Magalluf
The young men recorded the group sexual assault with their mobile phones.
One of the 24 most wanted men in the UK could be in Mallorca
“Spain is immensely popular with British people who live and take holidays there, but it is not a safe haven for criminals."
Crime
Youths help catch thief
Youths praised for their quick thinking and courage in confronting and chasing the housebreaker.
Police
Police respond to El Terreno residents' demands
The implication of a police report is that Latino gangs are active in El Terreno.
Majorca
Brexit, crime and tourist tax: the week in Majorca
It was a major news week. Brexit, the Spanish election, the tourist tax.
Police
Police corruption investigation looking into alleged favours in Arenal
The investigating judge, Manuel Penalva, is expected to soon lift the gagging orders that have given the investigations such a high level of secrecy.
Crime
Woman arrested for having a marijuana plantation
The National Police reported that they had discovered a marijuana plantation in the Palma neighbourhood of Vivero.
Crime
Seven members of organised criminal gang arrested
Seven people are arrested every day in Spain for corruption according to central government.