Watch: Chinese man uses martial arts to stop thief trying to steal his camera
As soon as the man attempted to snatch the tourist's equipment, he reacted in an instant, holding the thief to the ground while the crowd cheered for his sheer display of courage.Watch the video here:A foreign thief in Barcelona tried to steal a Chinese photographer's camera.In the spirit of cultural exchange, he showed him a Chinese martial arts trick until the police arrived to take him away. pic.twitter.com/bpjs4qnxD9— Dott. Orikron (@orikron) April 30, 2025Local police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, arrived soon after and took the suspect into custody, according to Instagram page Brickell News.Must Watch
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‘No UPI, No Payment': Bengaluru Man Walks Away Without Paying Auto Fare
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Some fan or parody accounts may not violate Instagram's policies if they disclose that they're unofficial. True impersonation includes: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Your full name, photos, bio, or personal information copied without consent Direct messages pretending to be you, often attempting to scam or manipulate others Requests for money, OTPs, or sensitive data using your identity False claims about you, damaging your personal or professional reputation Tip: Take clear screenshots of the profile, posts, DMs, and usernames. Save profile URLs — this will be important for filing reports or legal complaints later. Step 2: Report the impersonation to Instagram Instagram has a dedicated reporting system for impersonation, accessible both in-app and via browser. Follow these steps: Via Instagram App: Visit the fake profile. Tap the three-dot icon on the top-right. 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