Armed Robbery at Oil Palm Collection Centre
Sungai Petani, Malaysia – Police are on the hunt for four male suspects linked to an armed robbery at an oil palm collection centre in Kampung Perak Sungkup, Bukit Selambau, last Sunday.
Incident Details
According to Kuala Muda district police chief ACP Wan Azharuddin Wan Ismail, the police received a report of the incident at 1:50 pm on the same day. A Honda City was seen entering the premises, and three masked men dressed in black then rushed towards several workers outside the premises while another suspect waited inside the vehicle. The suspects were armed with pistols and machetes. One of them smashed a window and fired a shot into the ceiling before all of them fled in the same car.
Investigation and Suspects
No injuries were reported, and the case is being investigated under Section 3 of the Firearms Act. Efforts to locate the suspects are ongoing, and the police urge anyone with information to contact the police hotline at 04-4236999.
Separate Armed Robbery Case
In a separate case, police arrested a 36-year-old man in connection with an armed robbery involving a 68-year-old woman in Bandar Puteri Jaya here, also on Sunday. The suspect was detained by a team from the Tasek Gelugor Police Station, Seberang Perai Utara, Penang, at around 4 pm. A bracelet believed to be linked to the robbery was also seized.
Suspect’s Confession and Criminal Record
Further investigations revealed that the suspect confessed to being involved in the robbery and has 12 previous criminal records and 10 drug-related offences. The case is being investigated under Sections 392 and 397 of the Penal Code.
Conclusion
The police are working tirelessly to apprehend the suspects involved in the armed robbery at the oil palm collection centre and the separate armed robbery case. The public is urged to cooperate with the authorities and provide any information that may lead to the successful investigation and prosecution of these crimes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the motive behind the armed robbery at the oil palm collection centre?
A: The motive is not yet clear, and the police are investigating the incident.
Q: How many suspects are involved in the armed robbery at the oil palm collection centre?
A: Four male suspects are being sought by the police.
Q: What is the status of the investigation into the separate armed robbery case?
A: The case is ongoing, and the police are investigating the suspect’s confession and criminal record.