A viral video circulating on social media has captured a dramatic moment a suspected phone snatcher narrowly escaped serious injury after a failed theft attempt in slow-moving traffic.
The footage, which began trending on Thursday, shows the suspect, reportedly riding a motorcycle, reaching into a vehicle through an open window in an apparent bid to snatch a mobile phone. The attempt quickly went wrong when the occupant of the car reacted and held on to the suspect, preventing him from escaping as the vehicle continued to move.
In the video, the alleged thief is seen struggling frantically to break free while dangling dangerously close to the road, attracting the attention of nearby motorists and passersby. The situation was eventually brought under control, averting what could have resulted in severe injury.
The incident has renewed online discussions about the rising cases of phone snatching in traffic, particularly in congested areas. It has also reignited debate over the risks faced by motorists and commuters, especially when victims attempt to resist such attacks.
