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Tourists who visit the Costa Blanca region are duped into making donations to bogus charities

Tourists visiting popular Costa Blanca area are swindled over donations to bogus charities

Three people were arrested after tourists in Castell de Guadalest, Alicante Province, made donations to a fake charity on the street. The court in Villajoyosa released the men between the ages of 40 and 45. The nationalities of the men or women involved have not been disclosed. READ MORE CASTELL DE GUADALEST – POPULAR WITH TOURISM The Guardia Civil investigates …

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The police have halted the investigation into the shooting of a Russian helicopter in Costa Blanca because they can’t identify any suspects.

Probe into Costa Blanca shooting of Russian helicopter pilot is shelved because police can’t find or identify any suspects

A JUDGE has concluded an investigation into the February 20, 2024 shooting death of a Russian pilot, who had defected to Ukraine. This is because there are no suspects that can be identified. Maxim Kuzminov (33), was shot in the car park beneath an apartment complex located on Calle Marinada, Villajoyosa. He had been shot five times at least. READ …

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Benidorm ‘best in Europe’ coffee shop and a bar are busted for selling drugs in city’s tourist zone

Benidorm ‘best in Europe’ coffee shop and a bar are busted for selling drugs in city’s tourist zone

In the tourist district of the city, a BENIDORM bar and coffee shop were raided. Both are suspected to be selling drugs. Two separate police operations have resulted in the arrest of six people. It is important to note that the word “you” means “you”. coffee shop advertised itself as one of the ‘best in Europe’ but the business was …

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New evidence shows Brit who died in Benidorm ‘was driven to the cliff he fell off’ as police try to brush it off as an accident

New evidence shows Brit who died in Benidorm ‘was driven to the cliff he fell off’ as police try to brush it off as an accident

The family of a Welsh tourist who claims he was killed in Benidorm by foul play, has provided new evidence that supports their theory. Phone data suggests he may have been driven up to a steep cliff. They believe he then fell from it. Father-of-four Nathan Osman, 30, from Pontypridd became separated from his friends after going out on the …

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British fugitive, convicted of sexual assault with a 10-year prison sentence, is arrested in Benidorm.

Thief made special trips to Benidorm just to steal electric scooters parked outside supermarkets

A BRITISH fugitive who had skipped his sentencing was arrested in a Benidorm Hotel. The fugitive had been convicted of sexual assaults on two occasions and he did not attend the hearing. On November 12, UK authorities issued an international arrest warrant against the 44-year old man. His first attack was in London in the year 2020, and his second …

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IN PICS: Benidorm’s Fancy Dress Party attracts over 30,000 visitors- mainly British- to Europe’s ‘biggest’ costume parade

IN PICS: Benidorm’s Fancy Dress Party attracts over 30,000 visitors- mainly British- to Europe’s ‘biggest’ costume parade

OVER 30,000 people- mainly British expats and tourists- lined Benidorm’s streets on Thursday for the annual ‘Fancy Dress Party’. The event organised by hospitality associations in the Rincon de Loix ‘English Zone’ of the city and backed by the local council, has been going strong for over 30 years. Toni Perez attended the celebrations with other city officials and Benidorm …

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The thief traveled to Benidorm to steal the electric scooters that were parked in front of supermarkets.

Thief made special trips to Benidorm just to steal electric scooters parked outside supermarkets

Policia Nacional arrested a SERIAL electric bike thief at Benidorm. The 36-year-old man regularly travelled from Alicante in order to steal at least 15 scooters that were parked outside supermarkets of a well known chain. The total value of reported stolen vehicles exceeded €7,000. READ MORE POLICIA NACIONAL BENIDORM In recent months, Benidorm police had to deal with an increase …

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Benidorm TM Tower to surpass Intempo Skyscraper as Europe’s tallest residence complex

Benidorm’s TM Tower will be Europe’s tallest residential complex- surpassing the city’s Intempo skyscraper

The TM Real Estate Group announced that Benidorm’s TM Tower would surpass Intempo’s Intempo Building as the tallest residential building in Europe. Torrevieja developer says the new building will have 64 floors and 230 metres of height. The Intempo Skyscraper, which has 49 stories, is 28 metres shorter. READ MORE NEW TOWER BALCONIES with A View (Artist’s Impressions) A presentation …

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Benidorm head waiter extracted money from exploited staff to keep his job

Blow against Benidorm’s thieves as two women who targeted tourists around hotels get city centre ban

A HOTEL headwaiter was arrested for extorting workers and harassing them at a Benidorm establishment. The 43-year-old man was detained by the Policia Nacional who discovered he coerced dining room staff into paying him €100 per month. He also received cash payments from individuals so they could join his group. READ MORE POLICIA NACIONAL BENIDORM The monthly €100 top-up ensured …

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Benidorm luxury Villa rented by French Fugitives wanted for Murder and Drug Trafficking

Benidorm luxury villa rented by French fugitives wanted for murder and drug trafficking

Two fugitives who were on the run from French Justice have been arrested in Benidorm by the Policia Nacional. The men had been wanted since 2024 for a number of crimes including murder, money-laundering, drug trafficking and arm dealing. In their name, four European arrest warrants have been issued. READ MORE ARRESTED FUGITIVE If convicted, one of the men could …

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