The National Police has arrested 52 Chinese nationals in relation to audio visual piracy and thousands of cd’s and dvd’s have been seized.
The nationwide operation, codenamed ‘Talgo’, has resulted in the detention of 52 Chines nationals involved in the pirating of music and films. The arrests took place in Madrid, Avila, Aranda de Duero, Burgos, Córdoba, Ecija (Sevilla), Guadalajara, Segovia, Soria and Irún.
In addition to the seizure of both blank and recorded media, such as cd’s and dvd’s, dozens of multi-copy machines were also confiscated.
The operation is the largest of its kind in recent years according to the National Police.