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Catalan Police Detain Suspect in Drug-Facilitated Robbery Spree

Investigators say he supplied benzodiazepine-laced drinks to incapacitate victims before stealing valuables.

Un agente coloca las esposas a un detenido, en una imagen de archivo

Overview

  • The 26-year-old was arrested on May 14 in Sant Feliu de Guíxols and faces charges of robbery with violence and computer fraud.
  • Authorities have linked him to at least four incidents in Barcelona and Girona between April and May 2025.
  • He allegedly used dating apps to meet individuals, drugged their drinks and then stole cash, jewelry and electronic devices.
  • One victim reported over €9,000 in unauthorized bank charges and a hospital report confirmed benzodiazepine intoxication.
  • Mossos d’Esquadra state the investigation is ongoing and warn there may be additional victims.