A Mossos d’Esquadra officer was injured Tuesday while pursuing three robbery suspects in Barcelona’s Ciutat Vella district. Police successfully arrested all three individuals and recovered a stolen watch following a violent midday theft. The incident occurred around 1:30 PM on Via Laietana when suspects snatched a watch from a victim near number 33.
A patrol vehicle with two officers immediately requested motorcycle unit support to pursue the alleged thieves. During the chase, one motorcycle officer lost control and accidentally crashed into a storefront, sustaining minor injuries. Despite the accident, law enforcement maintained pursuit and ultimately apprehended all three suspects.
Authorities confirmed the stolen watch was recovered intact. The injured officer received medical treatment for minor injuries while the suspects remain in custody. This incident highlights continuing challenges with street crime in Barcelona’s busy tourist areas.
Violent robberies often prompt rapid police responses, though such pursuits occasionally result in officer injuries during apprehension efforts. Motorcycle Officer Injured in Barcelona Watch Robbery Chase A Mossos d’Esquadra motorcycle officer was injured while pursuing robbery suspects in central Barcelona on Monday. The incident occurred after a watch was snatched on Via Laietana, prompting a high-speed chase through the city streets. The pursuit began when two patrol officers requested motorcycle backup to follow three suspected thieves.
During the chase, one motorcycle officer lost control and accidentally crashed into a storefront, sustaining minor injuries. Despite the accident, police managed to recover the stolen watch and apprehend all three suspects. The injured officer received medical attention at the scene.
This incident highlights the risks law enforcement face during street crime interventions in urban areas. Barcelona has seen increased police visibility in tourist zones like Via Laietana to combat snatch thefts targeting visitors.
Source: El Periodico
