No 1077 Monday 26th May - Sunday 1st June 2025
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15 surge in violent crime has left Orihuela Costa residents shaken, following a recent shooting that critically injured a man, and an attempted kidnapping just days later.
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Locals are demanding immediate reinforcements for law enforcement and heightened security measures as fear spreads across the coastal community. The shooting occurred on May 13 in La Zenia, a bustling district known for its eateries and shopping hubs. The victim remains in critical condition, and the Civil Guard investigation is ongoing. Authorities have yet to release full details, but sources confirm the attack happened close to a number of popular tourist spots Only days after the shooting, an attempted abduction further unsettled the community. The incident, which took place last Monday, was narrowly avoided when the intended victim escaped.
O R I H U E L A C O S TA C R I M E S U R G E S PA R K S CALL FOR POLICE REINFORCEMENTS
Witnesses described the suspects’ vehicle as either a grey Volkswagen Golf or a Mazda estate. Neighbourhood group Unidos por la Costa was informed by Local Police and quickly issued a public alert on social media seeking eyewitness accounts. However, the city’s ability to communicate effectively has been hindered by the ongoing inactivity of the Local Police's official social media channels—silent since April due to a dispute between the city council and retired commissioner Jose Maria Pomares. Residents argue this silence has only deepened public anxiety and impaired community safety. Unidos por la Costa is now calling for a comprehensive overhaul of public safety strategies.
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