"He was carrying six stolen iPhones on his feet". The Civil Guard of Ibiza asks us to take extreme precautions in summer

There’s nothing better than a few days of rest… sun, beach. Who can resist taking a photo by the sea? Those memories will stay with us all year round. And this week, It is the one in which most people in Spain go on vacation due to the long weekend on August 15th. And speaking of August, thieves also take advantage of it to do their thing. To protect us, state security forces, such as the National Police, Municipal Police and Civil Guard, watch over our safety at all times, especially in beach and leisure areas.

It was precisely in Ibiza where the Civil Guard found A young man with several stolen iPhone models stored in the feet. A method that is often used in airports to transport drugs in the soles or even to sneak in some kind of knife.

He was carrying six stolen iPhones inside his shoes in the port of Ibiza

The Civil Guard has arrested a 29-year-old man in Ibiza who was passing through the island’s port control. When they passed through, the agents They noticed that he had a somewhat nervous and suspicious attitude.especially because of the type of footwear he was wearing to be in a beach area. When he was inspected, the Civil Guard was surprised at that moment.

Until Six iPhones inside shoeswhich did not know the unlocking method nor could justify its origin. Therefore, it has been brought before the court to clarify the matter and apply penalties in case the thefts are justified. That is why the The Civil Guard always recommends reporting the theft to both the police and them.Even if we have no hope of recovering it, it may be our iPhone that appears at a security checkpoint like the one at the port of Ibiza.

At other times, iPhones go even further. Generally, They are stolen in Spain and go to locations in Africawhere IMEI blocking does not work as it is only applied in European territory. There are stolen iPhones that have even appeared in Japan. Usually, with the Find My app blocking, the iPhone itself is completely unsellable, but it can be dismantled and then sold in the Black market second hand batteries and screens cheaper. For this reason, it is really important to always go to an official Apple repair center or directly to an Apple Store, to avoid being complicit in these “mafias” of iPhone theft.

Tips to avoid iPhone theft at the beach

Although the iPhone has mechanisms and tools such as the advanced anti-theft mode, it is better to try to avoid it at all costs, both for the economic setback as well as possible loss of data if we don’t have our iCloud backups up to date, here are some tips to enjoy your iPhone on the beach and always keep it safe:

• Use a waterproof case: Although the iPhone is water resistant, if you are going to be swimming for a long time, it is best to invest in a waterproof case. There are some customized for a specific iPhone model or generic ones. For a very affordable price you will be sure that water does not enter the iPhone and that it will not be stolen by leaving it on the shore.

• Hide it in an empty sunscreen container: This trick involves using an empty sunscreen or cream container to store your iPhone and other small valuables. No one will suspect that such an expensive device is hidden inside a simple sunscreen container. Simply cut off the bottom when the container is empty. Be aware of high temperatures so that you don’t leave your iPhone exposed to the sun even if it’s inside the sunscreen container.
• Use a towel with a hidden compartment: There are beach towels designed with secret pockets where you can hide your iPhone. These compartments are strategically placed so that you can access your device discreetly without others noticing. They also usually face the sand.

• Take it with you to the water: The latest iPhone models are water resistant, so if you don’t plan on taking a shower and just going for a walk, you can carry it in your hand without any problem. If a wave comes, just make sure the water isn’t too cold, as the iPhone is completely resistant.

Regarding hiding the iPhone in a Tupperware and burying it, it can have some risks as we have already discussed in Applesfera. The best option is, without a doubt, have someone take care of your belongingsBut if you are alone or if you all want to swim, we hope that with these tips you will enjoy the beach in a much more relaxed way.

Source | Ibiza Diary