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Córdoba Police Capture Motorcycle Thief After Unusual River Escape

A 37-year-old man swam two kilometers in the Suquía River with a stolen motorcycle before being apprehended by police and specialized rescue units.

El sospechoso, al ser detenido. (Captura/Video Policía)
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Overview

  • The suspect stole a motorcycle early Wednesday morning near Humberto Primero and Avellaneda in Córdoba.
  • During a police pursuit, he attempted to evade capture by jumping into the Suquía River with the stolen motorcycle.
  • He swam approximately two kilometers before being apprehended near Puente Sarmiento by Córdoba Provincial Police and High-Risk Units (DUAR).
  • The stolen motorcycle was recovered from the river, and the suspect has been detained and placed at the disposal of the provincial justice system.
  • Conflicting reports emerged about the incident's location, with some sources citing Parque Sarmiento and others identifying Barrio Alberdi.