Suspects arrested following failed Marbella luxury watch theft attempt

Spain’s National Police have arrested two suspects following the report of an attempted theft of a luxury watch in the vicinity of Puente Romano. It is thought that the officers were able to prevent a further watch snatch attempt on Marbella’s promenade last week.

According to a statement issued by the National Police, one of the suspects was arrested in the area of the incident and the other, in a hotel, a few hours later. The latter was allegedly responsible for support and surveillance work and providing the escape vehicle. He was found in a hotel when he was collecting his belongings with the intention of leaving the town.

The police report has already been sent to the court and the suspects are awaiting a court hearing. Both men have criminal records for similar offences.