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Insecurity in Córdoba: a police officer tackled a motorcycle thief and everything was recorded

It happened in the Remedios de Escalada neighborhood. One of the police officers threw himself onto the motorcycle's driver and managed to prevent the escape

This Wednesday at noon, two motorcycle thieves were arrested in the Remedios de Escalada neighborhood, Córdoba Capital. The criminals were riding a red Brava 110cc motorcycle along Juan B Justo Avenue, together with Milagros de la Vega. When they noticed the police presence, they attempted to flee but crashed into a taxi during their attempt.

The incident was recorded by a security camera located near the scene. The video shows how one of the officers gets out of the patrol car and lunges at the motorcycle's driver. With a decisive maneuver, the police officer manages to destabilize the thief and throw him to the ground to prevent his escape.

Inseguridad en Córdoba: policía tacleó a motochorro y quedó todo grabado

The police intervention

While the first uniformed officer subdues the driver with a precise tackle, his partner apprehends the second criminal. Both were handcuffed at the scene and immediately taken to a nearby police station. According to police sources, no injuries were reported during the procedure.

Testimonies gathered at the scene state that the individuals were already known in the area. Residents and shopkeepers on Japón Avenue had identified them in previous robberies. The victims even indicated that they were using the same motorcycle as in this incident.

Two people wearing helmets are riding a motorcycle while one of them appears to be making a hand gesture.
The criminals were riding a red Brava 110cc motorcycle along Juan B. Justo Avenue | La Derecha Diario

Repeat offenses and neighborhood concern

"We were tired of seeing them go by and knowing they were coming to steal," said a local shopkeeper. Police presence in the area increased after repeated calls about security incidents.The quick response from the officers prevented the situation from resulting in a new victim.

This operation adds to other recent interventions in the city of Córdoba, where street crime remains a concern. Despite the arrests, residents are demanding a greater permanent presence of patrols in the neighborhoods. For many, everyday insecurity has already become part of the urban landscape.

Several people are walking down the street next to parked cars on a sunny day.
Both were handcuffed at the scene and immediately taken to a nearby police station | La Derecha Diario

Repercussions

The video of the tackle quickly spread on social media, where users praised the police intervention. Several local media outlets also shared the footage, highlighting the officer's reaction. The impact of the audiovisual record once again brought attention to the problem of motorcycle thieves in the city.

Córdoba Police did not provide additional details about the detainees' criminal records. However, it was confirmed that both remain at the disposal of the Justice, charged with attempted robbery. The case will be investigated by the prosecutor on duty, who will assess whether to aggravate the charges due to repeat offenses.

Police patrol car stopped with its doors open while an officer interacts with a person next to the vehicle on a public road
Testimonies collected at the scene state that the individuals were already known in the area | La Derecha Diario
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