Five Arrested After Stealing Almost 9 Million Pesos from a Vehicle

Thanks to a timely complaint and swift action by Deputy Commissioner Requínoa’s Carabineros, five individuals were apprehended for stealing over 8 million pesos from a vehicle on Route 5 South.

The incident occurred on a Wednesday at approximately 4:00 pm at the Copec Los Lirios service center, located at kilometer 95 on Route 5 South.

A vehicle’s flat tire led to its owner stepping out to make the necessary repairs in the service station’s car park. Seizing the opportunity, the five thieves stole a bag containing 8,900,000 pesos in cash from inside the car.

Upon discovering the theft, the victim promptly contacted the Carabineros, who swiftly implemented a procedure that culminated in the detention of the individuals at kilometer 100 on Route 5 South. The thieves were traveling in an unlicensed vehicle.

The detainees, all Chilean citizens with prior criminal records, were identified as JALN (23 years old), CAPM (49 years old), PAMA (49 years old), AAVN (33 years old), and PACY (35 years old). They are currently in custody.