crime
March 18, 2026
Woman Knocked Off a Motorcycle to Rob Her in Pie de La Popa
An attempted robbery near the Caribe Plaza shopping center, in the Pie de La Popa sector, raised security alarms in this area of Cartagena.
TL;DR
- An attempted robbery occurred near the Caribe Plaza shopping center in Cartagena.
- The victim, Catalina Urrego, was knocked off her electric motorcycle while trying to resist the theft of her bag.
- Urrego sustained scrapes and bruises but was assisted by passersby.
- She reported the incident and urged others to report similar crimes.
- The Mayor's Office of Cartagena confirmed the arrest of two individuals over 20 years old for their alleged involvement.
- The arrested individuals are residents of Cartagena and are in custody for investigation.