Pedal gang scares Curitiba residents with quick robberies disguised as cyclists

Curitiba residents are concerned about a new wave of crimes: thieves disguised as cyclists are committing thefts in various neighborhoods of the capital. Known as the “pedal gang”, the criminals act with sportswear, helmets, and gloves to blend in with the cyclists and surprise the victims. The preferred targets are women and the elderly, especially in regions such as Água Verde, Batel, Centro, and Centro Civico. The approaches usually take plac…