Citizen's Arrest: Young Man Tackles Motorcycle Thief in San Juan de Lurigancho

In San Juan de Lurigancho, a district of Lima, Peru, a young man's quick thinking and bravery led to the arrest of a motorcycle thief. The incident, captured on video, shows the thief snatching the victim's cellphone before being chased and apprehended by the victim himself. "I was on my way to work," the victim stated, "when this guy just zoomed past and grabbed my phone. I wasn't going to let him get away." Neighbors joined in to help restrain the thief until police arrived. Authorities confirmed the thief had a prior arrest for a similar crime, raising concerns about repeat offenders. The video has gone viral, sparking discussions about citizen involvement in crime prevention and the effectiveness of law enforcement. The incident underscores the challenges faced by residents in the area and highlights the courage of ordinary citizens taking matters into their own hands.