crime
February 19, 2026
Pursuit and capture in Getsemaní: 'el Walter' fell for stealing from a tourist
In a swift pursuit, officers from the Cartagena Metropolitan Police captured a suspected criminal accused of stealing a gold chain from a tourist who was enjoying a family outing in the historic Getsemaní neighborhood.
TL;DR
- A suspect, identified as 'el Walter,' was arrested in Cartagena's Getsemaní neighborhood.
- The arrest occurred after he allegedly stole a gold chain from a tourist.
- The stolen chain, valued at over 10 million pesos, was recovered and returned to the victim.
- The suspect is being investigated for other alleged theft incidents in tourist zones.
- Cartagena police reported 1,047 arrests for various crimes this year, including 158 for theft.