Police in Spain have launched another onslaught against the latest beach scam affecting tourists, including unsuspecting Brits
Bathers on one of Spain 's most famous beaches are falling prey to a new scam.
Sunbathers on one of the country's most famous beaches are falling prey to 'unlicensed beach umbrellas' which are now being confiscatedThe holidaymakers have no idea that the sellers aren't part of the beach franchise service and willingly pay up.In just one day alone, more than 20 umbrellas were seized and 'taken into custody'.
'The street vendors take over public land to do business with tourists. Between 10.30am and 11am in the morning, bathers watch as they begin to simultaneously place umbrellas in an area that covers about 15 metres.
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