Police confirmed the arrest of two suspected thieves in Esch-sur-Alzette on Friday.

The incident occurred late in the afternoon when a person was attacked by several individuals who stole their telephone.

Following a search operation, police apprehended two suspects. Both were arrested on the orders of the public prosecutor's office, and an official report was filed.

Mugging in Belair

Around the same time, a mugging occurred in Belair, a neighbourhood of the capital.

According to the police report, the robbery was a snatch-and-grab, with an individual allegedly seizing a necklace before fleeing the scene.

Forensic police were on site, and an investigation has been opened.