UK’s Wanted Fugitive Arrested in Spain
In a significant development, Spain’s National Police have apprehended a dangerous fugitive, identified by his initials I. F., who is wanted in the United Kingdom for a murder committed in Liverpool last year. The arrest took place in Benahavis, a town on the Costa del Sol.
Details of the Arrest
The suspect had an arrest warrant against him for extradition back to the UK in connection with the murder case. The case is believed to be linked to a violent clash between two rival organised crime gangs. After spending some time in Dubai, the suspect had been residing in the province of Malaga.
High-Speed Chase Leads to Arrest
The arrest followed a high-speed police chase that began in Marbella when the suspect attempted to evade a checkpoint. Officers became suspicious when he made a sudden manoeuvre in his vehicle to avoid having his identity checked. The pursuit, which put many lives at risk, ended in neighbouring Benahavis with the suspect’s arrest.
Suspect’s Criminal Background
According to the National Police, I. F. is a member of a Liverpool-based crime group that planned the murder of a rival last year. However, during the attempted murder, another individual was shot and killed. It is believed that five people, including I. F., were involved in the incident.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Following his arrest, the suspect was handed over to the National High Court. The case continues to unfold as more details emerge.
Related Incidents
This arrest comes in the wake of several other incidents involving English and Irish fugitives in Spain’s Costa del Sol. In recent months, there have been multiple arrests, including a callous ‘love hug’ robber who targeted elderly people and even offered sex. In another incident, a thief stole a vehicle from a car dealership and overturned it minutes later after spotting police in Valencia.
