A man on the Costa del Sol lost a gold necklace after two people reportedly asked to borrow his mobile phone to make an urgent call, according to the supplied reports.
The pair allegedly used the request as part of the theft, then ran off with the phone and the necklace. The reports do not identify the town or give the date of the incident, so it is not possible to establish more precisely where it happened.
Police later arrested one suspect and recovered the stolen jewellery, according to the discovery report. The available material does not say whether the phone was also recovered or whether a second suspect was identified or detained.
No further details are provided about the victim, the circumstances of the approach or any charges. The reports also do not indicate whether the arrest has led to court proceedings.
For residents and visitors, the reported tactic is a reminder to keep valuables secure when approached by strangers seeking help. Anyone who chooses to assist can avoid handing over a phone by making the call themselves, while keeping personal belongings in sight.
The next step in the case is unclear from the information available. No police statement or update on any legal proceedings was included in the reports.