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A man was apprehended in Nova Iguaçu for attempting to sell a stolen cell phone back to its owner, an elderly woman, months after the theft.

A man was arrested in Joaquim Felício for stealing a cell phone and bank cards from a 66-year-old woman on a bus.

A 16-year-old girl, Sienna, defended her phone from a thief on the tube, resulting in a black eye but asserting she would repeat her actions.

A mother in Brazil made an emotional plea on social media for the return of her stolen cell phone, which contained cherished memories of her deceased daughter.

A new Android malware known as Perseus has been discovered, capable of copying sensitive content from smartphones and taking full control over them.

The Unimed Petrópolis administrative unit was invaded, leading to the theft of a cell phone that was subsequently used in a scam demanding payments via the PIX system.

The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro has initiated a new phase of Operation Rastreio, focusing on a criminal group involved in bank fraud using stolen mobile phones.

Two men were arrested after stealing a motorcycle from a house in Mogi das Cruzes, with police using the victim's phone location to track them down.

Martin Lewis advises mobile users to implement a five-digit security code to protect their accounts from theft after his appearance on ITV's This Morning.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested four individuals in Kano State suspected of involvement in public disturbances and phone thefts.

Four individuals were arrested in João Pessoa, Brazil, on suspicion of robbing a cell phone store in the Mangabeira neighborhood.

Yassine Münker from Aachen shares his experience of retrieving his stolen phone during a trip to Africa, highlighting the dangers he faced.

An elderly woman in a care home had her phone number used to create an unauthorized Telegram account while her phone was inactive, raising concerns about identity theft among vulnerable seniors.

A man assaulted and robbed a young woman in Itanhaém, São Paulo, while the incident was captured on surveillance video.

A homeless man in Brazil stole a cellphone after asking for a lighter and biting the victim's thumb during the confrontation.

The article discusses a series of suspicious phone calls received by the author regarding a package and potential fraud, raising concerns about identity theft.

Alytaus police are searching for a man who may have significant information regarding the theft of a Samsung Galaxy mobile phone.

A man was arrested after stealing a phone from a pawn shop in Pasvalys, Lithuania, resulting in a reported loss of 130 euros.

A man filed a police report a week after a conflict led to the theft of his phone and watch at a dormitory in Plungė, Lithuania.

A man was caught on security cameras stealing a cell phone from a convenience store employee in Itápolis, Brazil, but returned it shortly after with R$ 200, claiming it was a loan for accessing bank details.

A Slovak man named Martin lost 25,000 euros to fraudsters posing as police after a six-hour phone call.

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.

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.

A nurse involved in confirming a femicide in Ezeiza, Argentina, has been accused of stealing the victim's cellphone after she was murdered.

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.

Brazilian singer Marron Brasileiro's cell phone was stolen during a live performance, and he is appealing for its return after tracking its location.

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.

The police in Gothenburg warn about a new tactic used by thieves targeting the elderly, involving direct contact instead of phone scams.

Police have arrested Igor Jesus Matos, 29, suspected of stealing over R$ 1 million worth of jewelry in São Paulo, based on evidence found on his mobile phone.

The article discusses how excessive smartphone use can lead to attention theft, isolation, and distraction, and suggests ways to make phones less enticing to regain control over personal lives.

During Carnival in Rio, disguised policemen have successfully arrested cell phone thieves amidst the celebrations.

Undercover police have arrested several cell phone thieves during the ongoing carnival in Brazil as reports of thefts have surged.

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.

The Metropolitan police in London are utilizing drones and ebikes in their efforts to combat youth-driven smartphone thefts, which have become increasingly organized and incentivized through social media.

The Metropolitan Police in London have arrested over 200 individuals in a recent crackdown on phone theft, employing advanced technologies like drones and facial recognition to aid their efforts.

Four adults and five minors were arrested for cell phone theft during Carnival festivities in Ibirapuera, São Paulo.

A new phone scam in Pella, Greece, resulted in the theft of gold coins and jewelry valued at 5,000 euros, utilizing a method impersonating an accountant.

Civil police disguised in costumes arrested two suspects of cell phone theft at a Carnival block in Rio de Janeiro.

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.

Nearly 20% of cell phone thefts reported during the 2025 Carnival in São Paulo occurred in megablock areas, according to a security report.

A young man from Germany travels to Dakar, Senegal, to reclaim his stolen iPhone after tracking its location.

A cell phone store owner was arrested after police discovered 15 stolen mobile phones at his store in downtown Feira de Santana, Brazil.

The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) has issued a warning about identity theft involving its official phone number, urging the public to avoid sharing personal information or money through potentially fraudulent calls.

Two men have been arrested for stealing a mobile phone from a young man who was dying on the street in Delhi's Vikaspuri area.

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.

A report reveals that police officers have been accused of stealing a mobile phone.

Lithuanian actress Žiedūnė Mardosaitė experienced a swift robbery in Copenhagen, where her phone was stolen while visiting a friend.

Two police officers in Jaunpur, India, were caught on CCTV stealing a mobile phone from a showroom.

A minor was apprehended in Šiauliai for allegedly stealing over 5,000 euros and a mobile phone from a shopping center.

Today's UK headlines include election preparations amidst tight timelines, a crackdown on phone thefts, and warnings of potential flooding risks.