In the early hours of Friday, October 6, a man in Garça, São Paulo, was arrested for qualified theft after being caught with 38 cans of soda. The arrest was made by the Military Police during a routine patrol when they observed a man exhibiting suspicious behavior. Upon searching his bag, officers discovered the stolen soda cans, prompting further questioning regarding their origin.

The police began to investigate when they noticed a local store had signs of a break-in and found its door open. When pressed for information, the suspect admitted to stealing the soda from the store. The owner was notified and confirmed that the cans found in the man's possession belonged to his business, substantiating the theft allegations.

The suspect was arrested on the spot and taken to the Central Police Judiciary in Marília, São Paulo, where he is currently held pending further legal proceedings. This incident highlights ongoing challenges related to theft in urban areas and raises concerns regarding property security for local businesses in Garça and similar communities.