German Tourist Robbed Using 'Rosmarin-Trick' in Mallorca, Suspects Arrested

Police continue investigations to recover a missing 10,000-euro necklace and assess links to other crimes after a high-profile theft in Cala Millor.

A German tourist in Cala Millor, Mallorca, was robbed of a 10,000-euro necklace and her wallet on March 21, 2025, using a distraction technique known as the 'Rosmarin-Trick.'
The 'Rosmarin-Trick' involves offering a sprig of rosemary to distract victims while stealing their valuables, a method commonly targeting tourists in busy areas.
Police arrested a female suspect and her male accomplice near the crime scene as they attempted to leave in a car, but the stolen necklace remains missing.
Authorities are investigating whether the suspects are connected to other similar thefts in Mallorca and are urging tourists to stay vigilant against distraction-based scams.
The incident highlights the prevalence of thefts targeting tourists in popular destinations, prompting renewed warnings to safeguard valuables and avoid engaging with strangers offering unsolicited items.