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Diver Finds iPhone Off Mallorca as Bavarian Police Trace Owner to London

Police plan a handover during an officer's private trip to London.

Overview

  • The 44-year-old Bavarian discovered the device while diving in a bay near Alcúdia on Mallorca.
  • He was unable to deposit the phone with his hotel or Spanish authorities and transported it to Germany.
  • Bavarian police said the device is an Apple iPhone and it remains in police custody pending return.
  • Officers identified the owner as a man living in London after tracing the device.
  • Investigators said a policewoman from Ansbach expects to deliver the phone to the owner during an upcoming private visit.