Crime in Klang: 46-Year-Old Man Sentenced to Five Years in Jail for Robbing Ice-Cream Shop
Robbery in Pandamaran
CCTV clips of the robbery in Pandamaran, Klang, have been widely shared on social media.
Sentencing
A 46-year-old man has been sentenced to five years’ jail and three strokes of the rotan for robbing an ice-cream shop in Klang last month, police said. Klang Selatan police chief Cha Hoong Fong said the sentence was handed down by the Klang sessions court on October 30.
Arrest and Charges
The man was arrested a day after the cashier lodged a report over a robbery that took place on October 23 at the shop in Pandamaran. In a statement, Cha said the man was arrested on October 24 and was charged with robbery under Section 394 of the Penal Code.
Robbery Details
According to the cashier, one man armed with a parang went to the shop and snatched two mobile phones from customers while another man also armed with a parang forcefully removed the cash register. They fled the scene in a blue Proton Iriz. The cashier described the scene as "chaotic" and said that the robbers were quick and efficient in their actions.
Robber’s Criminal Record
Cha said that the robber has a record for 11 criminal offences and three drug-related offences. The police chief expressed satisfaction with the sentence, saying that it reflects the severity of the crime and the need to protect the community.
Conclusion
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilant and effective policing in preventing and investigating crimes. The Klang Selatan police force is commended for their swift action in apprehending the suspect and bringing them to justice.
FAQs
Q: When did the robbery take place?
A: The robbery took place on October 23 at the ice-cream shop in Pandamaran, Klang.
Q: How long was the robber sentenced to?
A: The robber was sentenced to five years’ jail and three strokes of the rotan.
Q: What was the motive behind the robbery?
A: The motive behind the robbery was to steal valuables, including two mobile phones and the cash register.
Q: How was the robbery committed?
A: The robbery was committed by two men armed with parangs, who entered the shop and forcibly took the cash register and two mobile phones from customers.
Q: What was the reaction of the cashier to the robbery?
A: The cashier described the scene as "chaotic" and said that the robbers were quick and efficient in their actions.