tourists have been issued a warning over a Spanish "bird poo scam" which is targeting holidaymakers following a surge in bookings.
Brits have been urged to stay vigilant following an increase in the grim trick which is thought to involve a person throwing liquid on the victim's clothing before they pretend to do them a favour, by pointing out the alleged poo.The perpetrator then offers to help them 'clean up' while they manage to swipe their valuable belongings during the dramatic wipe-down - such as wallets and bank cards.
The alert comes after police in Spain arrested two men aged 54 and 60 in connection with the foul scam last week, reports Dublin Live.
The men were accused of six instances of theft and five cases of fraud, and were caught in Benalmadena - a resort on the Costa del Sol that’s popular with Irish holidaymakers.It’s understood the pair stole bank cards and money after targeting elderly people and tourists in what’s being dubbed a ‘bird poo scam’.The Department of Foreign Affairs says Spain has a “moderate” rate of crime and that Irish people should be aware of pickpocketing and muggings.A post on its website reads: “Most of Spain has a moderate rate of crime.
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