In Montes Claros, Brazil, a homeless individual was arrested after stealing a cellphone from a 24-year-old man. The incident happened in the early hours of Thursday morning when the victim was approached by the suspect, who requested to borrow a lighter. As the victim complied and took out the lighter, the suspect lunged at him, attempting to seize his cellphone. The confrontation escalated into a physical struggle, during which the homeless man bit the victim's thumb, significantly impairing his ability to resist. Following the assault, the suspect fled with the cellphone. However, the victim promptly contacted the police and utilized a tracking app to locate his stolen device. Using the information provided by the victim, the police successfully apprehended the 28-year-old suspect shortly thereafter. This incident highlights ongoing issues of crime and safety in urban areas of Brazil, particularly involving vulnerable populations such as the homeless.