Audie Norris, a former player of FC Barcelona and current ambassador for the club, shared on social media that he was the target of an attempted robbery in Barcelona's Estació de Sants parking lot late Tuesday night. Two individuals approached Norris, one spraying the back of his jacket with a liquid while the other pretended to help clean it. This distraction tactic aimed to steal his belongings, but Norris's suspicion allowed him to escape unharmed.

In his post, Norris highlighted his concern regarding the lack of police presence or private security in the area at the time of the incident. He voiced his fears about how the situation could have escalated if the attackers had been armed, stating, "If they had brought a knife, I wouldn't have known what to do." His comments point to broader safety issues within the city, particularly in high-traffic areas that are typically frequented by both locals and tourists.

This incident raises questions about the effectiveness of security measures in place in Barcelona, especially in popular transportation hubs. The attention Norris brings to the issue could spark discussions around public safety and the need for increased vigilance and enforcement in urban settings. His status as a former professional athlete may amplify the call for changes to security protocols within the city.