Authorities in Ciudad del Este arrested a man on May 14, 2026, after he attempted to break into a pharmacy in the San José neighborhood, according to local outlet C9N.
The suspect forced the door of the establishment and was reportedly seeking to steal tirzepatida, a medication. A female employee noticed the intrusion and alerted police, who were nearby and responded quickly, leading to the man's detention.
C9N reported that the detained individual already had a criminal record. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about pharmacy thefts in the area.