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A THIEF has been arrested in Benidorm after stealing a bag containing €4,800 in a distraction burglary at a supermarket car park.
The Algerian woman, 47, punctured the tyre of her car and waited for its driver to return, while pointing out she had a serious problem.
The woman got out and called a friend, while the male grabbed an open bag that contained money and documents of identification on the front seat.
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He fled, but the Policia Nacional spotted him and arrested him.
The man was said to have travelled around Spain committing similar ‘puncture’ crimes.
According to the Policia Nacional, such robberies occur all too often, with victims being targeted when visiting banks, stores and service stations.
The majority of cases involve a distracted driver changing the tyre, which allows a criminal to steal valuables.
The Policia Nacional warns against returning to your car if you are not expecting it and that strangers can be helpful.
They recommend that you always lock your vehicle before leaving and never leave anything visible on the car seat.
