Meet Iratxo: the wild boar who became the face of Spain's elite Guardia Civil unit
Spain's Guardia Civil has unveiled an unlikely new mascot: a wild boar named Iratxo, adopted by the elite rapid response unit known as the GAR. The GAR is one of the most specialised and operationally demanding units...
Spain's Guardia Civil has unveiled an unlikely new mascot: a wild boar named Iratxo, adopted by the elite rapid response unit known as the GAR. The GAR is one of the most specialised and operationally demanding units within the Guardia Civil, typically deployed in high-risk situations. Choosing a wild boar as a mascot is an unexpected move for such a serious security force, and Iratxo has quickly attracted both national and international attention. The story offers a lighter glimpse into the culture of one of Spain's most respected law enforcement bodies.
Source: SpanjeVandaag
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