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The Local Police of San Bartolomé de Tirajana arrest a 71-year-old man for alleged indecent exposure to minors in Playa del Inglés

The Local Police of San Bartolomé de Tirajana arrest a 71-year-old man for alleged indecent exposure to minors in Playa del Inglés

MASPALOMAS24H Thursday, July 30, 2026

The quick action of the SBT Local Police allowed the arrest of the alleged perpetrator after the alert from those responsible for a sporting activity in which minors participated.

 

The local police in San Bartolomé de Tirajana have arrested a 71-year-old man as the suspected perpetrator of indecent exposure to minors , a crime against sexual freedom . The police intervention took place last Wednesday, July 29, on the popular Playa del Inglés beach , one of the municipality's main tourist destinations.

 

Police intervention in Playa del Inglés: swift and effective action

 

The police operation began around 12:15 p.m., when a patrol conducting preventative work and surveillance on the beaches was approached by those in charge of a sporting activity involving minors. They reported the presence of an individual who was allegedly committing obscene acts near the group.

 

Upon arriving at the scene, officers gathered statements from those responsible, several witnesses, and a minor present, in order to clarify what had happened. After analyzing the evidence gathered and the steps taken during the operation, they determined that a crime had been committed, and proceeded to arrest the suspect, informing him of the reasons for his arrest and his legal rights.

 

Subsequently, the detainee was transferred to the National Police facilities to carry out the corresponding procedures and his subsequent placement at the disposal of the court.

 

Commitment to child protection and citizen security in San Bartolomé de Tirajana

 

The Local Police highlight the rapid action of both those responsible and the active collaboration of witnesses, key factors in allowing an immediate response to this type of crime against minors in Playa del Inglés.

 

The City Council and the Local Police maintain a firm and clear policy: zero tolerance for any conduct that violates sexual freedom and integrity . They thus reaffirm their commitment to the comprehensive protection of children and to guaranteeing high standards of public safety in San Bartolomé de Tirajana.

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