Employee Arrested for Stealing Watches from Ex-Goalkeeper Iker Casillas
A domestic employee of former Real Madrid goalkeeper, Iker Casillas, was recently arrested along with another individual. This occurred shortly after the theft of five luxury watches from his residence. The National Police of Spain confirmed the incident in a statement released on Friday.
Details of the Incident
The police reported that the robbery involved high-end watches taken from the home of a professional footballer in Madrid. While they did not disclose the victim’s name, several Spanish media outlets have identified the victim as Casillas, a former captain of the Spanish national team and a World Cup champion.
Timeline of Events
- Complaint Filed: October 16
- Arrests Made: October 21
The arrests included a male and a female suspect who were reportedly planning to leave the country soon after the crime. The female suspect was identified as the domestic worker in Casillas’ household.
Recovery of Stolen Goods
So far, the police have managed to recover two of the stolen watches.
Previous Incidents in Madrid
Robberies involving the homes of footballers are not uncommon in Madrid. In recent years, stars such as Karim Benzema, Rodrygo, and Dani Carvajal have also experienced similar incidents. In 2019, the Spanish Civil Guard and Europol announced the dismantling of a criminal ring that targeted players from Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid.
