Influencer Marta Díaz fends off robbery attempt on Barcelona train, after Lamine Yamal's bash

Express Tribune

16-07-2025

Influencer Marta Díaz recently opened up about a distressing experience she had while traveling back to Madrid after attending Barcelona star Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday celebration. In a TikTok post, Díaz described how she was targeted by a thief on the high-speed AVE train, a situation that took a terrifying turn when her suitcase went missing just before the train departed.
Díaz noticed a man acting suspiciously, giving her a strange look that made her uneasy. 'I didn't feel good about him,' she said, recalling her discomfort. After settling in the train, she realized her suitcase was gone. In panic, she searched the train, repeatedly exclaiming, 'It's not here, it's not here.'
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Fortunately, Díaz managed to spot the thief at the back of the train, calmly walking with her suitcase in hand. 'He acted like he didn't know anything. I was in shock,' Díaz recalled. With the help of another traveler, Díaz was able to retrieve her suitcase. In her video, she urged her followers to stay vigilant, warning that a mere second of distraction could lead to theft, whether in Barcelona or anywhere else.
In the same video, she expressed her gratitude to the young man who helped her track down the thief. Meanwhile, her brother, David Díaz (known online as Alphasniper97), took to social media to ask for the boy's help in identifying him, offering a gift in return.
The robbery incident came just days after Marta attended Lamine Yamal's lavish birthday party, a 'mafia-themed' event that has sparked significant controversy. Photos and details of the party began circulating, revealing that individuals with dwarfism had been hired to perform at the event.
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The Spanish government is now investigating allegations of discrimination, with the Association of People with Dwarfism (ADEE) condemning the hiring of entertainers with dwarfism.
The backlash surrounding Yamal's birthday has been swift. ADEE president Carolina Puente called the event 'unacceptable,' emphasizing that people with dwarfism should not be used as entertainment at private parties. While Yamal has yet to comment on the criticism, one performer hired for the event defended the party, insisting they were treated with respect and had a great time.
Díaz, who was also a guest at the birthday bash, shared images of her dress code for the event, a 'mafia' theme, and her own experience. The 18-year-old footballer's celebration has stirred debate about the treatment of individuals with disabilities, while Díaz's experience highlights the continuing concerns of safety and respect during high-profile events.