Robbers steal pickup truck, flee to Bolivia after tying up worker in Salvador Mazza

A violent robbery in Salvador Mazza, Argentina, has authorities on high alert as a stolen Toyota Hilux pickup truck, belonging to the son of the local mayor, was taken by four armed individuals. The perpetrators, described as including both Bolivian and Argentine citizens, overpowered a worker at a car wash, tied him up, and made off with the vehicle. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, with the thieves fleeing towards Bolivia via the El Sauzal crossing.

Fiscal Armando Cazón confirmed that the theft was well-planned, involving multiple individuals and vehicles, including a black car and motorcycles. He noted that the stolen vehicle was left at the car wash by the mayor's son earlier in the day, and the robbery took place hours later. The prosecutor emphasized the concern that if the perpetrators are not caught, they may repeat similar crimes.

Despite immediate police and fiscal operations, the suspects had already crossed into Bolivian territory by the time authorities reached the border. Evidence, including tire tracks, indicates the truck proceeded towards Yacuiba, Bolivia. The vehicle has not yet been recovered, and the Salvador Mazza Prosecutor's Office is collaborating with Bolivian authorities in an ongoing effort to locate the truck and bring the responsible parties to justice.