The burglars stole designer handbags, watches, and jewellery including bracelets, bangles, rings and earrings. Rodrigo Albarracin (Image: South Wales Police)Later that day, the BMW was spotted in Ystradowen. The victim found boxes under her bed had been emptied, and handbags, trainers, and jewellery worth a total of £14,545 been stolen. Christian Gamez Fetiva (Image: South Wales Police)Leah Pollard, for Gamez Fetiva, said the 38-year-old came to the UK hoping to financially support his family, but was unable to work due to health issues. Sanchez Gustavo (Image: South Wales Police)Thomas Stanway, for Gustavo, said the defendant fled Colombia due to “a hostile political environment” where he received threats against himself and his family for his support of a former left-wing mayor of Bogota.

Source: The Times January 30, 2026 04:06 UTC