Friday, April 17, 2026

They hold "Carlito" in a chicken coop after catching him stealing

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Sabana Grande de Boyá. – An unusual event occurred in the Los Corrales sector of this municipality, where a man known as “Carlito” was allegedly caught stealing at a poultry farm and temporarily held inside a chicken cage by the owners of the establishment.

According to versions offered by community members, the individual keeps residents, housewives, and producers in constant turmoil in the area, as he is accused of being responsible for repeated thefts of chickens, coconuts, cane, paints, doors, and other items. On the 23rd of this month, "Carlito" was caught on security cameras while stealing yucas from a house located in the Escolar sector.

The affected poultry producer stated that the losses caused by the constant robberies have practically led him to bankruptcy, which is why he decided to detain the alleged perpetrator until the arrival of the authorities.

Hours later, "Carlito" was handed over to agents of the National Police, who took over the case for the corresponding purposes, as he has several pending complaints for theft of various articles.

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