A man was quickly detained by the British authorities after stealing a mobile phone next to London Bridge in London. The unusual? The crime happened right next to a uncharacterized police car, with undercover agents inside.
The London Metropolitan Police released the video of the chase, highlighting the speed of the answer: “A mobile phone thief stole a mobile phone near London Bridge … Even alongside a uncharacterized police car. He was arrested in less than 60 seconds and the owner received the mobile phone back.”
In the images, it is possible to see the suspect to flee while pursued by the victim herself. Seconds later, the police vehicle makes a march reversal and blocks the thief’s path, allowing its immediate detention.
The authorities’ rapid action was widely praised online, where many netizens highlighted the effectiveness and opportunity of intervention.