Alleged car thief apprehended after fake Marketplace purchase in Coyoacán

A man identified as Heriberto “N” will face trial for aggravated robbery after allegedly stealing a car in Mexico City’s Coyoacán borough. A judge ordered him to stand trial on July 14, imposing pre-trial detention and setting a three-month period for the investigation.

The alleged incident occurred on February 23, 2026. Prosecutors say the victim had arranged to sell his car to a buyer found on Facebook Marketplace. Heriberto “N” reportedly arrived at the meeting, claiming to be the brother of the original buyer. While inspecting the vehicle and its paperwork, he is accused of threatening the seller with a firearm.

He then allegedly forced the victim to sign over the car's title to a third party before fleeing with the vehicle. Following the victim's report, the Mexico City prosecutor's office initiated an investigation. Evidence, including the victim's identification of the suspect and analysis of surveillance footage, led to an arrest warrant.

Investigators located and apprehended Heriberto “N” in the Miguel Hidalgo borough. The court has set a three-month period for further investigation into the case.