Galician Police Bust Copper Theft Ring: Six Arrested in A Coruña

Galician Police Crack Down on Copper Theft Ring A Coruña, Galicia – In a significant development in the fight against metal theft, the Civil Guard in Santiago de Compostela has announced the arrest of six individuals suspected of belonging to a criminal organization specializing in the theft of copper cable. The arrests, which took place in the municipality of Oroso, are the result of a lengthy investigation into a series of thefts that have plagued the province of A Coruña. The suspects, all men between the ages of 24 and 31, are believed to be responsible for at least 13 separate incidents. "The operation remains open, and we do not rule out further arrests," stated a spokesperson for the Civil Guard. The group operated as a mobile unit, using vehicles to transport stolen goods and tools. They are believed to have used Santiago de Compostela as their base of operations. The recovery of a substantial quantity of copper cable and specialized tools further strengthens the case against the suspects. The investigation underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in combating metal theft and the determination to bring those responsible to justice. The case is now in the hands of the court in Ordes.