It was a scene of utter shock and chaos on Los Abrigos beach in Tenerife, where families enjoyed their day in the sun.
What began as a typical beach outing quickly turned into a dramatic and violent confrontation that left onlookers stunned.
Reports suggest that a pickpocket made a bold move to steal a tourist’s wallet, but his attempt backfired dramatically.
The tourist, described as an English speaker, responded with unexpected ferocity.
Dramatic footage captures the intense scene as the tourist relentlessly pursued the alleged thief.
The Attacker’s Fury
The thief, initially seen stumbling over rocks, tried to regain his footing, but the tourist wasn’t letting up.
Armed with a stick—later identified as a parasol pole—the tourist launched a brutal attack.
Each time the pickpocket tried to stand, he was knocked back down by a flurry of strikes.
Families in Distress
The violence unfolded in front of shocked families, with parents hurriedly gathering their children and moving them away from the unfolding chaos.
The footage, though not capturing the initial robbery, vividly depicts the aftermath and the tourist’s vengeful retaliation.
Escalation to the Sea
Desperate to escape, the pickpocket fled into the water, but the tourist was undeterred. Despite being fully clothed, he waded into the sea and continued his assault.
The beating continued even as the pickpocket tried to evade him by retreating further into the water.
Aftermath and Reactions
The disturbing scene caught the attention of social media, with the video going viral and a Facebook group sharing images of the pickpocket’s injuries.
The man, visibly wounded with cuts on his back, was reportedly helped by lifeguards, who were seen at the end of the video.
The entire incident has sparked widespread discussion, with eyewitnesses confirming that the attack was a direct consequence of the attempted theft.