Man Arrested for Stealing 900 Euros and 223 Transport Cards in Torrent

A trail of blood and abandoned card containers helped officers identify and arrest the alleged perpetrator of the theft.

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National Police agents have arrested a 43-year-old man in Torrent for alleged forced robbery at the urban transport offices, where he stole 900 euros and 223 cards.

The investigation began following a report of a robbery at the establishment, after the shutter was forced and the access glass was broken. Once inside, the alleged perpetrator fled with a loot of 900 euros in cash and 223 urban transport cards.
It was discovered that, during his escape, the suspect abandoned the containers where the stolen cards were kept in the vicinity. Additionally, a trail of blood was observed at the scene, which proved crucial for the investigation.
Following the investigations, officers managed to identify a man as the alleged perpetrator of the forced robbery. A operation was set up for his location and arrest. The detainee has now been handed over to judicial authority.