51-year-old arrested after jewel theft at Paseo del Born, Palma

Arrest after nighttime jewelry theft

In Palma, a 51-year-old man has been arrested, with investigators accusing him of involvement in a larger jewelry theft on Paseo del Born. The arrest took place at Palma airport, shortly after a suspect was sought. He is now in custody awaiting trial.

How the act unfolded, according to investigators

According to police sources, the perpetrators apparently gained access one evening to a van transporting jewelry. They bored through the vehicle door and stole several pieces from an international luxury brand. There were about 20 objects, valued at nearly one million euros, a figure that worries businesspeople in the neighborhood.

What stands out is that such an incident on the Paseo del Born is still a topic of discussion: the street is busy by day, quieter at night, but not necessarily secured against targeted attacks on transports. Traders and residents told us they now want to pay more attention to their transport logistics — not a bad piece of advice.

Arrest at the airport, accomplices still sought

The detained man was recognized and held upon his arrival at the airport by officers. Two more suspects are being sought. Police measures such as analysis of video footage, forensic investigations, and matching recovered items are underway according to investigators.

What happens next: The suspect is in custody; the public prosecutor's office is apparently preparing charges of aggravated theft and participation in a criminal organization. For the operators of the affected jewelry company and the courier services involved, the incident means increased security measures in the coming days.

Mood in the city

In Palma, shopkeepers speak of a troubling feeling; some are considering changing transport times or hiring additional escorts. Others say pragmatically: we have to live with it and secure better. That is exactly how it sounds on the Paseo del Born when I chat briefly with people there — a smoking salesperson in front of a shop window, and the voice of an older woman saying such things used to happen less often before.

The investigations continue. As soon as authorities publish more details, residents and affected parties will be informed. Until then, the question remains how safe sensitive deliveries in the city are and how quickly police and judiciary can respond when faced with such a brazen break-in.