# Criminal activity and police chases in Pesaro

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/criminal-activity-and-police-chases-in-pesaro
> Updated: 2026-08-29T12:10:14.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Criminal activity in Pesaro escalated from a series of disturbances and vandalism to a high-speed police pursuit. Following the theft of a red Lancia Y in the Pantano district, a chase involving the Polizia di Stato and Carabinieri ended when the vehicle crashed into parked cars and a wall.

Authorities arrested a 20-year-old suspect and a minor for theft and resisting public officials, while a 40-year-old accomplice remains at large. The suspects were also linked to previous vandalism, such as the destruction of advertising signs on Viale della Repubblica. In response, Mayor Andrea Biancani declared a policy of “zero tolerance” and initiated a review of surveillance footage to identify all responsible parties.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Pesaro police arrest two following car theft and high-speed chase

Police in Pesaro arrested two individuals following a car theft and high-speed chase that ended in a crash. Mayor Andrea Biancani has vowed zero tolerance for the related vandalism.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pesaro-police-arrest-two-following-car-theft-and-high-speed-chase

### 2026-08-28: Pesaro shoplifting suspects intercepted in Cantiano

Three Romanian nationals were intercepted by police in Cantiano after a shoplifting spree at the Ratti bambino store in Pesaro, following a pursuit involving stolen merchandise.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pesaro-shoplifting-suspects-intercepted-in-cantiano

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