A motorcyclist experienced a moment of tension when two individuals tried to steal his motorcycle on Wednesday night (8) in Jaguariúna, in São Paulo.
Images from a security camera show the moment when the victim was traveling along a city avenue, when he was suddenly intercepted by a couple of thieves aboard another motorcycle, one of them armed.
Faced with the armed threat, the victim surrendered the vehicle, while the robber, after verifying that he was unarmed, tried to fire his weapon, but missed.
The moment he tried to escape with the motorcycle, he was surprised by an intrepid citizen who intervened by jumping on top of the criminal and immobilizing the thief with the help of other passersby.
The partner, faced with the situation, left the place, leaving his partner behind.
The police were alerted and quickly arrived at the scene, arresting the thief and recovering the stolen motorcycle.
The offender was taken to the police station to face charges of armed robbery. The bravery and quick action of the citizens who intervened in the situation were praised by local authorities.
The victim, although scared, was unharmed and thanked those who helped him recover his property.