Alicante Couple Arrested for Elderly Fraud: Over €10,000 Stolen

Alicante Couple Arrested for Defrauding Elderly People Alicante, Spain – A couple has been arrested in Alicante, Spain, for defrauding elderly individuals of over €10,000. The sophisticated scheme involved stealing bank cards and PINs, allowing the suspects to drain victims' accounts across five municipalities. Police released security footage showing one incident, highlighting the couple's method of operation. "The woman would distract the victim, while the man would swiftly steal their purse containing cards and documents," explained a National Police officer in an interview featured in the À Punt Mèdia report. "They had previously memorized the PIN number from a distance." The victims, ranging in age from 66 to 88, were targeted due to their vulnerability. The police officer emphasized the couple's skill, noting their ability to observe PIN numbers from several meters away. The arrests mark a significant success in combating this type of crime against vulnerable members of society. The investigation is ongoing, but the arrests offer hope for increased security and protection for the elderly in the region.