Cable Thief's Daring Escape and Recapture in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Cable Thief's Escape and Recapture: A 12-Hour Manhunt Santa Cruz, Bolivia – In a bizarre turn of events, a cable thief arrested in Santa Cruz managed to escape from police custody only to be recaptured 12 hours later. The incident, which occurred on May 29, 2025, has sparked an investigation into potential security lapses at the police station. According to NotivisiónSCZ, the thief was initially apprehended while stealing cables in the city. However, during the processing, he cleverly evaded his custodians and escaped. "He outsmarted the security and fled the police cells," stated the NotivisiónSCZ presenter, @soystephanypinheiro. A subsequent 12-hour search led to the thief's recapture. A police commander from the Pampa de la Isla station confirmed the recapture, adding, "His legal situation has been aggravated due to his escape from custody." The investigation will determine if any police officers will face disciplinary action for their role in the incident. The recapture highlights both the resourcefulness of the criminal and the determination of the police to bring him back into custody. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining security, even within their own facilities.