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Benidorm Police Seize Over 3,000 Counterfeit Goods in Nine Shops

24 September 2025

Operation Bangladesh, carried out yesterday, has resulted in seven people being charged with crimes against industrial and intellectual property.

Benidorm Local Police have confiscated more than 3,000 counterfeit items following coordinated raids on nine shops in the Rincón de Loix district.

The action, codenamed Operation Bangladesh, was carried out yesterday by 12 police officers supported by municipal inspectors from the City Council’s Commerce and Consumer Affairs departments.

During the operation, seven individuals were charged with offences relating to industrial and intellectual property rights.

Councillor for Citizen Security, Jesús Carrobles, said:

“This operation is the result of sustained inspections by the Local Police to clamp down on the sale of counterfeit goods – an area where our efforts have been significantly stepped up.”

Yesterday’s seizures follow earlier inspections over recent months at five other shops, where officers recovered more than 2,000 fake sportswear items. On those occasions, three people were charged, and reports were filed for labour violations and trading without a business licence.

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca (Benidorm & Surrounds)

Easter Events & Local Atmosphere (Just finished but still ongoing vibe)

Benidorm

The tail end of Semana Santa has wrapped, but the holiday atmosphere continues this week. Expect busy beaches and a bustling Old Town, with hotels around 90% full. Daily live music, tribute acts, UK-style cabaret shows, DJs, and themed party nights are keeping the nightlife lively. The Benidorm Punk Weekender is also taking place, offering multi-day alternative music performances. This week is more about the post-Easter buzz, nightlife, and events in venues rather than big parades.

Day Trips & Experiences (Running This Week)

Available from Benidorm, Albir, and Altea:

Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour: Mountain views, waterfalls, and village exploring.
Alicante “Hidden Secrets” Walking Tour: Culture, history, and local stories.
These tours are popular with tourists staying in Benidorm, Albir, and Altea this week.

Altea

After Easter processions, Altea is quieter this week. Visitors can enjoy street performers and small local gigs, with major festivals scheduled later in the year.

L’Alfàs del Pi / Albir

Local markets, cafés, and expat events continue, along with live music nights in bars and seafront venues.

Finestrat

Finestrat is relatively quiet this week, with the next major event being the April Fair on 25–26 April featuring flamenco, tapas, and music.

La Nucía

Maintains a sports-oriented vibe, hosting local training events and small community activities.

Villajoyosa

Offers seafront markets and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for food lovers and visits to the chocolate museum.

Big Picture This Week

Easter tourism is still driving crowds. Beaches, bars, and restaurants are busy, and the main events this week include live music, tours, and local nightlife. Major festivals and larger events will return later in April and throughout the summer.

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