With a precise blow from a chair, a woman subdues a criminal who stole a cell phone.

The man had stolen a cell phone from a client. Everything was recorded by security cameras. It happened in Chaco, Argentina.

A woman subdued a criminal who had snatched a cell phone from a client of a cafe in Chaco with a precise blow from a chair. Her action turned her into a heroine because it allowed the subject to be arrested.

The unexpected case happened in the province of Chaco, in the Italia Café when a 34-year-old thief stole the cell phone from a young diner who was sitting at a table on the sidewalk.

The woman, who was with another person, noticed the situation and made the risky decision to act, throwing a chair at the criminal when he tried to escape on a bicycle.

After the blow from the chair, one of the waiters subdued the aggressor, kicked him on the floor and said: "It was more of an impulsive reaction than anything else. We're tired of these issues with the thieves and things like that, and then, it kind of makes you a little angry. I said, 'enough, since I'm here, why can't I defend the girl?'”

The news of the woman's brave act was quick to circulate on the networks, generating praise and recognition for her quick intervention. Many called her “the heroine of Chaco,” and her gesture inspired others to face similar situations. The community expressed its support in comments and posts, highlighting the courage needed in times of crisis.

Meanwhile, the criminal, whose escape attempts were thwarted by the unexpected attack, was treated by paramedics before being taken to the police station. According to local sources, he was a known criminal who had already been arrested on multiple occasions for minor crimes.

The atmosphere at Italia Café, which was initially tense, was transformed into one of celebration and gratitude. Customers and employees laughed as they commented on how the act of bravery had created a kind of camaraderie among them. “In a second, everything changed. We realized that we can take care of each other,” said one of the diners.

The event also opened a debate in the community about the responsibility of citizens in the face of crime. Many argue that it is essential to act, but others warn of the dangers of intervening directly. “We do not want to encourage violence, but it is clear that intolerance towards crime is growing,” reflected one neighbor.

The news of the chair throwing has become a symbol of resistance, reminding everyone that, despite the challenges, courage and solidarity can prevail. Meanwhile, the woman who took action continues to receive messages of gratitude and support, reaffirming that a simple act can change the course of a situation.