Civil Police of Maranhão recovers 150 cell phones in new phase of the My Phone Back program
The Civil Police of Maranhão has recovered 150 stolen cell phones in a recent operation under the My Phone Back program, which aims to combat mobile phone theft in the state.
Civil Police Operation Returns Cell Phones to Theft Victims in Volta Redonda
Victims of cell phone theft in Volta Redonda received their recovered devices during a police operation aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in such crimes in Rio de Janeiro.
Horror and indignation: a nurse who came to confirm the femicide stole the cell phone of the young woman stabbed to death
A nurse involved in confirming a femicide in Ezeiza, Argentina, has been accused of stealing the victim's cellphone after she was murdered.
Men are detained for stealing cell phone and battery from civil police officer found dead
Two men have been arrested in connection with the theft of a cell phone and the battery from a civil police officer, whose body was discovered at a bus stop in the Federal District of Brazil.
Marron Brasileiro has cell phone stolen during show with João Gomes and asks for its return: 'I already know where it is; VIDEO
Brazilian singer Marron Brasileiro's cell phone was stolen during a live performance, and he is appealing for its return after tracking its location.
Carnival 2026: São Paulo city records a 16% decrease in cell phone thefts, says SSP
São Paulo experienced a 16% decrease in cell phone thefts during the 2026 Carnival compared to the previous year, with a total of 2,088 incidents recorded.
Carnival in Rio: Policemen Dressed as Robbers Catch Cell Phone Thieves
During Carnival in Rio, disguised policemen have successfully arrested cell phone thieves amidst the celebrations.
Undercover police arrest cell phone thieves in the middle of the parade
Undercover police have arrested several cell phone thieves during the ongoing carnival in Brazil as reports of thefts have surged.
The route of stolen cell phones: a member of the gang discovered by a journalist's perseverance will remain imprisoned
A member of a gang involved in cell phone thefts in Buenos Aires remains in prison after a judge denied her request for release, following an investigation sparked by journalist Gabriel Levinas.
Carnival blocks in Ibirapuera see arrests for cell phone theft
Four adults and five minors were arrested for cell phone theft during Carnival festivities in Ibirapuera, São Paulo.
Police in Jason and 'La Casa de Papel' Costumes Arrest Suspects at Carnival Block in Rio
Civil police disguised in costumes arrested two suspects of cell phone theft at a Carnival block in Rio de Janeiro.
Woman steals cell phone at home, sleeps under a sofa, and is found by residents in MG
A woman who stole a cell phone ended up sleeping under a sofa in a residence in Governador Valadares, Brazil, and was discovered by the homeowners after they heard noises.
Megablocks account for nearly 20% of cell phone thefts during the Carnival in SP; see which streets had the most cases
Nearly 20% of cell phone thefts reported during the 2025 Carnival in São Paulo occurred in megablock areas, according to a security report.
Owner is arrested with 15 stolen cell phones in a store in downtown Feira de Santana
A cell phone store owner was arrested after police discovered 15 stolen mobile phones at his store in downtown Feira de Santana, Brazil.
A month after the theft, cell phone signal leads police to house with several stolen objects in Ipatinga
A stolen cell phone signal helped the police locate a house in Ipatinga, where various stolen items were found, resulting in the arrest of a 43-year-old man.
Campinas registers 278 robberies and thefts of cell phones in public transport in 2025; see the ranking of the main streets
In 2025, Campinas, Brazil recorded 278 incidents of cell phone theft and robbery in public transport, with the highest occurrences on Avenida Senador Saraiva.
Seop seizes suspects for stealing cell phones in carnival blocks; PM collects more than 130 sharp objects
The police in Rio de Janeiro apprehended suspects for cell phone theft during carnival and collected over 130 sharp objects over the weekend.
Police in Ghostbusters Costumes Arrest 3 on Suspicion of Cell Phone Theft in Consolação
A couple of foreign nationals suspected of stealing cell phones in São Paulo was arrested by police dressed as Ghostbusters.
Dressed as Ghostbusters, police arrest suspects of cell phone theft at a block party in SP
Police in São Paulo arrested two suspects for cell phone theft at a carnival block party after infiltrating the crowd dressed as Ghostbusters.
Carnival: see the streets and neighborhoods with the most robberies and cell phone thefts in SP
Research reveals the most affected areas for cell phone thefts during the 2025 Carnival in São Paulo.
VIDEO: Dressed as aliens, police arrest suspects of cell phone theft and sale of adulterated drinks at carnival block
In a creative police operation during the carnival, officers disguised as aliens arrested suspects for cell phone theft and selling adulterated drinks in São Paulo.
Police in Costumes Arrest Man Suspected of Cell Phone Theft at Ivete Sangalo's Parade
A man suspected of stealing cell phones was arrested by undercover police during a parade featuring singer Ivete Sangalo in São Paulo.
Dentist from Rio Preto loses over R$ 60,000 after having her cell phone stolen while leaving a bar
A 27-year-old dentist from São José do Rio Preto lost over R$ 60,000 when her cell phone was stolen by a motorcyclist outside a bar in São Paulo.
André Gonçalves reports cell phone theft in Salvador: 'I was just another victim of insecurity'
Actor André Gonçalves reported a cell phone theft during his trip to Salvador, Bahia, despite feeling secure due to a strong police presence.
After cable theft report, Military Police arrests 3 for theft, receiving stolen goods, and trafficking
Three individuals were arrested in Santarém, Pará, following a police operation prompted by a report of cable theft made by a cell phone company manager who provided video evidence of the crime.