Thief Gets Stuck in Ceiling During Botched Robbery

Pará, Brazil: Thief Gets Stuck in Store Ceiling During Robbery Attempt A would-be thief in Nova Timboteua, Pará, Brazil, found himself in a sticky situation on Saturday, May 25th, 2025. Attempting to burglarize a local store, the man climbed onto the roof, but became wedged between the ceiling tiles and the wooden structure. "He was completely stuck," said a police officer involved in the rescue, "we had to use a saw to get him down." The incident was captured on video, showing the man precariously balanced above the store's interior. Police arrived and, after some effort, successfully freed the man using a hand saw. The man was then taken into custody and charged with attempted theft. The video concludes with the suspect sitting dejectedly in a police station waiting room. This unusual event serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the unpredictable consequences of criminal activity.