11.05.2026 08:40
The unusual theft method that emerged in Colombia has become a trending topic. According to allegations, suspects tickle the knee area of their victims, causing them to briefly lose their balance, and then steal the belongings of those who fall to the ground. While the footage captured by security cameras has caused a major stir on social media, authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
A theft method that emerged in Colombia has become a trend on social media. According to claims, thieves touch and tickle the knee area of targeted individuals on crowded streets, causing them to briefly lose their balance, then steal the belongings of the fallen victims.
CAUGHT ON SECURITY CAMERA
The incident was also captured on security camera footage. The images show a suspect approaching a person walking on the sidewalk, making contact with the knee area, causing the individual to suddenly fall to the ground.
At that moment, other people nearby quickly approach the area and take the victim's belongings, which draws attention. The footage, which quickly spread on social media, sparked major controversy in Colombia.
CLAIM OF "TEMPORARY PARALYSIS EFFECT"
Local sources have suggested that the suspects apply pressure to sensitive nerves around the kneecap, causing a short-term loss of movement.
However, experts state that the method seen in the footage has not been scientifically confirmed and that the incident may result from a sudden loss of reflexes or physical intervention. It has been reported that authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.