A man and a woman have been arrested after multiple elderly women had jewellery ripped from their necks by an e-scooter rider in Estepona.
The cruel attacks took place between June and September, mainly at night, the Policia Nacional said.
Some victims had reduced mobility and were targeted while walking or returning home.
Police launched an investigation after several women reported similar attacks.
They described a man approaching on a scooter, violently grabbing their chains or necklaces and making a quick getaway.
Detectives traced several transactions allegedly carried out by the suspects at gold-buying shops in Estepona, Marbella and San Pedro de Alcantara.
One piece sold at a shop in Estepona was identified as jewellery stolen from one of the victims.
Both suspects were arrested on suspicion of robbery involving violence and intimidation.
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