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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
British teen kicked in the head during disturbing street robbery in Portugal
A young British tourist was kicked in the head by a group of teenagers in a violent street robbery in Portugal in the early hours of July 17. Footage of the assault, filmed by the attackers themselves, shows the 18-year-old lying bloodied and unresponsive as members of the group kick him in the head before fleeing the scene in the resort town of Albufeira. The group is said to have stolen the victim's phone, worth around $700. Harrowing: A brutal attack on a young British quickly spread across social media after being spread by a group of Portuguese teens However, it was separate CCTV footage that ultimately helped police track down the suspects. The five attackers, all 17-year-old Portuguese nationals, were arrested by local police just days later. According to local media, the group lives in nearby municipality of Loule, around 30 minutes from where the attack happened, and they're known to frequent Albufeira's nightlife district. Pedro Pereira, Commander of the GNR Police in Albufeira, said: 'Using CCTV, we were able to identify them and understand each of their actions during these crimes.' He explained that the group had been under surveillance for several days and were suspected of carrying out other robberies in the area, although none as violent as this one. He said the group moved through public areas, and as they passed people they identified as potential victims, they would strike, either all at once or with part of the group attacking the victim, before robbing them. Despite the sickening nature of the attack, police say the teens do not show signs of being part of an organized gang and only one has a prior criminal record. He said: 'This was the only incident we have recorded evidence of them committing that showed such brutality and disregard for human life. Other cases involved violence, but none were this severe.' The victim was taken to hospital and later discharged the same day and has since returned to the UK. The group remains custody whilst their wait for a sentence.
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
Sick moment Brit tourist is kicked in head ‘by gang trying to steal his phone' as cops arrest five 17-year-old boys
THIS is the sick moment a Brit tourist was kicked in the head by a gang of teenagers during a horror robbery in Portugal. The Brit, 18, was left bloodied and unconscious during the assault after the yobs allegedly tried to steal his phone and cash before fleeing the scene. 4 4 4 Footage filmed by the violent attackers shows the victim lying defenceless on the ground after being attacked. Portuguese police revealed today that the 18-year-old Brit had been robbed and hospitalised. The group is said to have stolen the victim's phone, worth around €600 (£525) Cops said five of the attackers - all aged 17 - have been arrested. Another four were identified by police. The violent crime occurred at the party resort of Albufeira. Two of the teenage suspects were filmed kicking their victim in the footage posted online. CCTV footage in the area where the assault took place is understood to have been key to the identification of those responsible. The unnamed victim is now back in the UK. Confirming the arrests, a spokesman for the GNR police force said: "The Faro Territorial Command arrested five 17-year-old men for robbery in the municipality of Albufeira. Shocking moment Brit influencer HSTikkyTokky batters reveller as massive brawl erupts in Magaluf "Following an investigation into a robbery involving violent assaults on an 18-year-old man, which took place on 17 July in the town of Albufeira. "The military police carried out police investigations that enabled them to identify and locate the suspects. 'During the police investigation, the GNR intercepted the five suspects and arrested them, also seizing five mobile phones. 'The detainees were due to appear on July 24 at the Portimao Judicial Court.' The teenagers, who live in Quarteira near Albufeira, are suspected of a number of other violent assaults on other young tourists. An active police investigation is ongoing. Local reports said they filmed the attacks and posted the footage on social media to brag about what they had done. Albufeira has come under the spotlight in recent weeks following the deaths of two British tourists in quick succession. On June 4, tragic Scots tourist Greg Monks was found dead near Albufeira after going missing a week earlier in the resort. The 38-year-old plant mechanic from Glasgow is believed to have lost his life after jumping over a wall and falling down a steep hillside during a night out with his stag do friends. Around four hours before Greg's body was found by police, another young Brit tourist was found dead behind a steep drop at the back of a residential block by Albufeira's Old Town. The 21-year-old is said to have gone out drinking with pals and is thought to have become disoriented as he tried to get back to his hotel. News of his death only emerged three days after Greg was found dead. 4
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
Sickening moment British holidaymaker is kicked in the HEAD by Portuguese teens for his phone
This is the sickening moment a British tourist was kicked in the head by a group of teenagers in a violent street robbery in Portugal. Footage of the assault, filmed by the attackers themselves, shows the 18-year-old lying bloodied and unresponsive as members of the group kick him in the head before fleeing the scene in the resort town of Albufeira. The group is said to have stolen the victim's phone, worth around 600€. The brutal attack took place in the early hours of July 17 and quickly spread across social media. But it was separate CCTV footage that ultimately helped police track down the suspects. The five attackers, all 17-year-old Portuguese nationals, were arrested by local police just days later. According to local media, the group lives in nearby municipality of Loulé, around 30 minutes from where the attack happened, and is known to frequent Albufeira's nightlife district. Pedro Pereira, Commander of the GNR Police in Albufeira, said: 'Using CCTV, we were able to identify them and understand each of their actions during these crimes.' He explained that the group had been under surveillance for several days and were suspected of carrying out other robberies in the area, although none as violent as this one. He said the group moved through public areas, and as they passed people they identified as potential victims, they would strike, either all at once or with part of the group attacking the victim, before robbing them. Despite the shocking nature of the attack, police say the teens do not show signs of being part of an organised gang and only one has a prior criminal record. He said: 'This was the only incident we have recorded evidence of them committing that showed such brutality and disregard for human life. 'Other cases involved violence, but none were this severe.' The victim was taken to hospital and later discharged the same day and has since returned to the UK. The group remain custody whilst their wait for a sentence.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Yahoo
Police believe holiday deaths were accidental
Portuguese police said they were not treating the deaths of two British men at a hotel swimming pool as suspicious, as a sister claimed her brother died while "trying to save" his best friend's life. King Edonmi, 29, and Mo Liasu, 27, died less than 24 hours after arriving on holiday in Albufeira. The men, from Ipswich, are believed to have drowned on Tuesday. A spokesperson for the Policia Judiciaria, Portugal's criminal investigation police, said inquiries so far had shown "no evidence of criminal activity". Mr Edonmi's sister, Kemi, paid tribute to the pair online and dispelled local reports that the men had been drinking. In a statement, police in Portugal said: "The inspection of the scene revealed no evidence of criminal activity. "Witnesses to the events were interviewed, confirming the investigation's belief that it was an accident." The Foreign Office said it had been supporting the families involved and coordinating with Portuguese authorities. Kemi Edonmi wrote online: "My best friend is really gone. Rest in peace to my big brother and his best friend Mo, we love you and will never forget you both. "The whole family is comforted by the fact that King died in Christ. "From Jesus - For Jesus - Back to Jesus. We shall all meet again." She added that "my brother died trying to save his friend's life". Ms Edonmi criticised speculation that the men had been drinking, writing: "My brother and Mo do not drink and were not intoxicated at the time of the incident. "Articles with false information and insensitive comments don't know the pain they're causing the people closest to King and Mo." In the UK, candles, flowers and tealights spelling out the men's names have been laid near flats on Ipswich Waterfront. A fundraising page set up to help pay for the repatriation of their bodies has been closed after it passed £25,000. A joint statement from the families of both men said: "We would like to extend our deepest and most sincere thanks to every single person who donated, shared and supported us during this heart-breaking time. "Because of your incredible generosity, preparations have now been made to bring our beloved King and Mo home, so they may be laid to rest with the love, dignity and peace they so deeply deserve." Thanking people for their support, the statement continues: "The parents of King and Mo have been profoundly moved by the outpouring of love and support from the community." Additional reporting by PA Media. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Related stories Tributes as two British friends die in Portugal Related internet links Foreign Office
BBC News
19-07-2025
- BBC News
Police believe deaths of Ipswich men in Portugal were accidental
Portuguese police said they were not treating the deaths of two British men at a hotel swimming pool as suspicious, as a sister claimed her brother died while "trying to save" his best friend's Edonmi, 29, and Mo Liasu, 27, died less than 24 hours after arriving on holiday in Albufeira. The men, from Ipswich, are believed to have drowned on Tuesday.A spokesperson for the Policia Judiciaria, Portugal's criminal investigation police, said inquiries so far had shown "no evidence of criminal activity".Mr Edonmi's sister, Kemi, paid tribute to the pair online and dispelled local reports that the men had been drinking. In a statement, police in Portugal said: "The inspection of the scene revealed no evidence of criminal activity."Witnesses to the events were interviewed, confirming the investigation's belief that it was an accident."The Foreign Office said it had been supporting the families involved and coordinating with Portuguese Edonmi wrote online: "My best friend is really gone. Rest in peace to my big brother and his best friend Mo, we love you and will never forget you both."The whole family is comforted by the fact that King died in Christ."From Jesus - For Jesus - Back to Jesus. We shall all meet again."She added that "my brother died trying to save his friend's life".Ms Edonmi criticised speculation that the men had been drinking, writing: "My brother and Mo do not drink and were not intoxicated at the time of the incident."Articles with false information and insensitive comments don't know the pain they're causing the people closest to King and Mo."In the UK, candles, flowers and tealights spelling out the men's names have been laid near flats on Ipswich Waterfront.A fundraising page set up to help pay for the repatriation of their bodies has been placed on hold by organisers, after it passed £25, organisers described the pair as "gentle, kind-hearted souls who brought light into every room they entered". Additional reporting by PA Media. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
