Recent crime reports from Cascavel, Brazil, have raised concerns about the safety of local residents as theft incidents escalate. Notably, police action has been proactive, leading to arrests following theft incidents.
One significant incident occurred on Tuesday, October 11, when the Cascavel Military Police arrested a 32-year-old man suspected of stealing several items from a residence located in the Coqueiral neighborhood. According to reports by CGN, the stolen items included a cellphone, roller skates, headphones, and a blowtorch.
Thanks to the victim's quick thinking, the stolen cellphone was traced to the suspect's location, discovered to be in the Santo Onofre neighborhood. Acting on this information, police conducted immediate investigations and successfully apprehended the man along with the stolen property. He was taken to the 10th Central of Flagrantes for questioning and formal charges.
An increase in thefts has been noted across Cascavel, causing distress among its residents. Another incident caught on security cameras highlights this troubling trend. Also on October 11, at the Brasmadeira neighborhood, footage revealed the brazen actions of a thief attempting to break-into parked cars during the early hours.
The security video captured the suspect approaching one vehicle and trying to pry it open. Later, he was seen moving to another parked car on Rua Rio Bonito, successfully stealing items including a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses, a spare tire, and a black CD player.
Victims of this incident have urged the community to remain vigilant, warning against purchasing items sold at unusually low prices, as they might be stolen goods. Authorities have encouraged residents to report suspicious activities to help combat the rising crime rate. Reports can be made anonymously to various local policing numbers, including the Municipal Guard (153), Civil Police (197), and Military Police (190). The community can also use the PM WhatsApp service at (45) 99943-1234 to give tips or share information about these crimes.
This series of thefts emphasizes the growing need for community awareness and engagement with local law enforcement to combat crime effectively. Residents are encouraged to look out for one another and report any suspicious activities to authorities.