Citizen's Arrest in Lima: Thief Apprehended After Cell Phone Robbery

A young man walking along Avenida Los Jardines Oeste in San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima, Peru, had his cell phone snatched by a thief on a motorcycle on May 29, 2025. The quick-thinking victim immediately pursued the thief, prompting a chase. "I wasn't going to let him get away with it," the victim stated in a brief interview. Local residents witnessed the incident and joined the pursuit, ultimately cornering the thief and recovering the stolen phone. The police were called to the scene and apprehended the suspect. This incident showcases the power of community action in deterring crime and highlights the bravery of the victim and the responsiveness of the neighborhood.