The Latest Breaking News from the Spanish National Police

UK's Most Wanted Fugitive Gave Police a Fake Name Before Tattoos Gave Him Away

Scottish fugitive John Rocks, wanted for alleged sexual offences, was arrested in Madrid after a two-year investigation by British and Spanish authorities. Extradition proceedings to the UK are underway.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6

Scottish fugitive on UK’s most wanted list arrested in Spain

John Rocks was wanted by police in Scotland over alleged sexual offences committed between 2012 and 2022

The Independent UK · Aug 5

Alleged operator of major darknet drugs platform charged in Germany

The suspect was arrested at his home in Barcelona in June 2025 by a special unit of the Spanish National Police and was later extradited to Germany.

Euronews · Aug 3

Daniel Kinahan associate Liam Byrne arrested while eating in restaurant in Spanish resort

Laim Byrne was arrested by Spanish cops in the Alcudia area of Mallorca while eating out at a restaurant.

Daily Record · Jun 5, 2023

Kinahan gang leader arrested in Spain, National Crime Agency says

The National Crime Agency said a second man had also been detained.

The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2023