Bogotá Police Net Bike Theft Gang 'Los Coyotes', Recovering Stolen Goods

Bogotá Police Crack Down on Notorious Bike Theft Gang 'Los Coyotes' Bogotá, Colombia – In a significant victory against rising bicycle theft, Bogotá police have apprehended "Los Coyotes," a notorious criminal gang operating in the city's western zone. The arrests, which took place during early morning raids in the Suba and Engativá neighborhoods, resulted in the recovery of numerous stolen bicycles, cell phones, and firearms. "This gang was particularly active in the Juan Amarillo wetland area," stated Edward Vargas, Commander of the Police's readily available force, in an interview with Noticias Caracol. "They would target cyclists, often using intimidation and violence to steal their bikes and access their bank accounts." Security footage obtained by authorities shows members of "Los Coyotes" ambushing cyclists, threatening them with weapons, and forcing them to divulge their banking information. The police operation led to the seizure of several firearms and a collection of cell phones believed to have been stolen from victims. A delegate from the Bogotá District Attorney's office described the gang's methods as "ruthless." The arrested individuals are facing charges of conspiracy, simple kidnapping, and aggravated theft. The successful dismantling of "Los Coyotes" marks a positive step in improving safety for cyclists in Bogotá and sends a strong message that such criminal activity will not be tolerated.