In the Belgrano neighborhood of Buenos Aires, two young individuals, one of whom is a minor, were detained after attempting to steal a high-end van parked on the street. The incident occurred shortly before law enforcement officers on patrol noticed suspicious activity in the area. The suspects were seen lingering around parked vehicles before deciding to break the window of the van, likely trying to steal it. Upon noticing the police, they attempted to flee the scene.

The police from the Comisaría Vecinal 13 A were conducting routine patrols in the vicinity of O'Higgins Street when they observed the two individuals behaving suspiciously near parked vehicles on Virrey Loreto Street. Their decision to leave the area when they spotted the police only raised further suspicion, leading to their subsequent arrest. During the encounter, one of the suspects discarded a backpack which contained a screwdriver and a car computer, indicating their criminal intentions.

This incident reflects ongoing issues of theft and crime in urban neighborhoods like Belgrano in Buenos Aires, where high-end vehicles are often targeted. The quick response from local police illustrates the importance of community safety efforts and patrols in deterring crime. The involvement of a minor in this situation raises critical questions about youth crime and the measures needed to implement preventative strategies in local communities.