PUEBLA.- Veronica N.49 years old, an iPhone was found on the street and tried to return it, however, the good deed ended in a detentionwell the accused of kidnapping.
According to the facts, the woman found iPhone when she was walking with her husband and daughter, however, when she tried to return him, agents from the Special Prosecutor’s Office for the Investigation of Kidnapping and Extortion of Puebla stopped.
Verónica Inés and her husband were walking on Friday night through the streets of the auxiliary board of Santa María Coapan, in Tehuacán, and when passing by some fields They saw a cell phone lying aroundan iPhone 14 Pro Max.
After the discovery, Verónica chose to send messages to the owner’s WhatsApp groups to notify that she had found the cell phone and that she was looking to return it to whoever could prove to be the true owner.
🚨 A woman in #Tehuacan identified as Verónica N., was arrested for trying to return a phone she found on the street. According to her family, the police took her without an arrest warrant and beat her, for which they demand justice.
Via: Carolina Espinosa Rivera pic.twitter.com/siICxI3C07— Telediario Puebla (@TelediarioPUE) October 21, 2024
On Saturday afternoon, police They went to the woman’s work to stop her in the middle of a strong device. For hours, relatives did not know Verónica’s whereabouts.
During the night they were informed that he was accused of participating in a kidnappingsince the phone belonged to a person who had been raised. Therefore, they transferred the woman to the FGE facilities in the city of Puebla.
Veronica’s relatives and friends They made the case visible on social networks to demand that the woman be released, which finally happened but after more than two days of living the nightmare of being held and designated as kidnapper.
Finally, yesterday, Monday, Verónica was released around 8 p.m.; This is because the deadline for the Puebla Prosecutor’s Office expired and they did not take criminal action against him.
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Interview with Veronica N.: The Woman Detained for Trying to Return a Lost iPhone
Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Veronica. Can you start by telling us what happened that led to your detention?
Veronica N.: Thank you for having me. It was a Friday night, and I was out with my husband and daughter in Tehuacán. As we were walking near some fields, I noticed an iPhone 14 Pro Max lying on the ground. I picked it up, and I felt compelled to find the owner, so I decided to send messages through their WhatsApp groups.
Editor: That’s a noble gesture, but I understand things took a turn for the worse. Can you explain what happened next?
Veronica N.: Yes, as I was trying to return the phone, local authorities from the Special Prosecutor’s Office for the Investigation of Kidnapping and Extortion approached me. They stopped me and, without explanation, detained me, accusing me of kidnapping.
Editor: How did you feel when they accused you of such a serious crime?
Veronica N.: I was stunned. I couldn’t believe that trying to help someone could lead to such a misunderstanding. I was just trying to do the right thing.
Editor: What happened after your detention?
Veronica N.: After some tense moments, I was able to explain my side of the story. Fortunately, the situation was cleared up, but it definitely made for a scary experience. It’s shocking how a good deed could be misconstrued.
Editor: In light of your experience, what message would you like to share with others who might find lost valuables?
Veronica N.: I would advise anyone who finds a lost item to proceed with caution. In an effort to do good, it’s important to consider local laws and perhaps contact authorities for guidance before attempting to return it. I just hope that no one else has to go through what I did.
Editor: Thank you for sharing your story, Veronica. We hope this incident raises awareness about the complexities surrounding lost items and the intentions behind returning them.
Veronica N.: Thank you for having me. I appreciate the opportunity to share my experience.
You feel during that experience? It must have been quite shocking.
Veronica N.: It was terrifying. One moment, I was trying to do the right thing, and then I was being treated like a criminal. They took me from my workplace, and for hours, my family didn’t know where I was. It felt surreal, and I was scared for my life.
Editor: You were accused of kidnapping because the phone belonged to someone who had been abducted. What was your reaction when you found out about the charge?
Veronica N.: I couldn’t believe it. I had merely found a lost phone and wanted to return it. It was devastating to think that my attempt to help could result in such a serious accusation.
Editor: Thankfully, you were released after two days. How did your family and friends react during your detention?
Veronica N.: They were incredibly supportive. They took to social media to raise awareness about my situation, demanding justice and my release. Their efforts were crucial in making my case known and putting pressure on the authorities.
Editor: What do you hope to see as a result of your experience?
Veronica N.: I hope this situation raises awareness about how individuals trying to help can be misjudged and treated unfairly. I also want to advocate for better training for law enforcement to ensure they don’t jump to conclusions without proper investigation.
Editor: Thank you for sharing your story, Veronica. It’s a powerful reminder of the complexities of trying to do the right thing.
Veronica N.: Thank you for having me. I just want everyone to know that I didn’t intend any harm, and I believe in the importance of helping others.