Attempted Car Theft in Mar del Plata
A dramatic incident unfolded in Mar del Plata during the early hours of Friday, when police apprehended a 45-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man attempting to steal a vehicle parked at the intersection of Las Heras and Colón. As law enforcement officers subdued the pair, the woman began to convulse, necessitating immediate medical attention from emergency personnel.
Events Leading Up to the Arrest
Around midnight, vigilant neighbors observed the couple loitering near parked cars. Their suspicious activity prompted a call to the police, as they reportedly smashed a window of one vehicle, attempting to steal items inside. Officers quickly arrived on scene to thwart the crime, leading the suspects to flee on foot before being captured just blocks away in the Lamadrid area.
Medical Emergency During Arrest
Upon their capture, the 45-year-old woman unexpectedly began suffering repeated seizures in front of the arresting officers from the Casino Sub-police Station. Medical personnel from the Emergency Medical Care System (SAME) arrived promptly, managing to stabilize her condition at the scene without needing to transport her to a hospital, indicating that she did not face any immediate life-threatening risks.
Police Investigation Continues
While addressing the medical emergency, police conducted expert analyses on the damaged vehicle, collecting evidence related to the attempted robbery. The escaped attempts to flee and subsequent medical episode resulted in a complex scene that required both law enforcement and medical personnel’s quick response.
Both suspects were eventually taken to the Casino Sub-police Station for processing and will appear before justice. The case, being handled under the jurisdiction of Flagrancia prosecutor Leandro Arévalo, will assess the legal circumstances surrounding their actions.
Another Incident Adds to the Night’s Chaos
In an unrelated incident the same morning, police intervened in a fight between two women aged 19 and 21 at the intersection of Buenos Aires and Bolívar. This altercation required medical assistance, although neither party required hospital transfer post-treatment. As per the Flagrancy Prosecutor’s instructions, both women were released after being formally notified of their charges.
Medical Equipment Theft Highlights Vulnerabilities
On a related note, the SAME doctors faced another layer of distress following the theft of a vital airline bag filled with essential medical supplies. This occurred while they were attending to a patient experiencing a cerebrovascular accident on the outskirts of the city. The theft underscores serious challenges faced by emergency services, highlighting that even while saving lives, their resources are compromised by crime.
Authorities issued an urgent plea to the public for any information on the stolen medical bag, emphasizing its non-resale value but critical importance in saving lives.
