Chinese photographer foils robbery attempt in Barcelona, going viral on social media
An incident in Barcelona has gone viral on social media after a Chinese citizen used a restraint to prevent the theft of his camera by a young man, allegedly a "mena." The incident was captured on video and shared by the victim himself on his public account, generating thousands of views and comments.
According to witnesses and social media users, the Chinese national is a professional photographer, specifically targeting Chinese couples in Barcelona and other European cities. The suspect allegedly attempted to snatch his work equipment. Video footage showed the photographer responding physically and immediately subduing the alleged attacker.
The video footage has been widely circulated, accompanied by both humorous and critical comments. One of the most notable, supposedly written by another Chinese citizen, reads: " Hit the ground three times to call the referee! " in a sarcastic reference to the outcome of the match.
On the X platform , the account @Ma_WuKong shared a video highlighting how some Chinese citizens travel to Spain prepared for potential security situations. According to this source, there are even tour packages that include personal protection items for visitors to Barcelona , a city that has been repeatedly singled out for its problems with theft and other crimes.
What is a “mena”?The term "mena," used to refer to the alleged thief, means " Unaccompanied Foreign Minor " and refers to migrant minors who arrive in Spain without legal guardians. Although the identity and age of the attacker have not been officially confirmed, the use of the term on social media has sparked debate.
It's worth noting that these young people often face multiple challenges before reaching adulthood, such as a lack of resources and institutional support.
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