Gold Shop Robbed of RM250,000 Worth of Gold Bracelets in Alor Gajah
Incident Details
A shocking incident of armed robbery took place at a gold shop in Pekan Kuala Sungai Baru, Alor Gajah, on Tuesday afternoon. The victim, a 49-year-old shop owner, lost a staggering RM250,000 worth of gold bracelets to a cunning thief.
How the Incident Unfolded
According to Alor Gajah District police chief Supt Ashari Abu Samah, the incident occurred at around 2:20 pm when the shop owner received an emergency call from the victim reporting the theft of two trays containing more than 50 gold bracelets of various weights.
The Shop Owner’s Account
The shop owner, who was distracted by his mobile phone, was unaware of the suspect entering the shop. It was only when the man pointed a gun at him that he realized what was happening. In fear, he ran into his office with his two children, aged 10 and 7.
Witness Account
A witness reported seeing a man dressed in black behaving suspiciously before entering the shop. Moments later, the suspect fled the scene on a motorcycle parked nearby.
Investigation Updates
With assistance from the D10 forensic unit at the Melaka Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK), officers recovered three fingerprints and a black plastic toy gun left on the shop floor. The police are investigating the case under sections 392 and 397 of the Penal Code for armed robbery.
Police Appeal
Supt Ashari urged anyone with information to contact Alor Gajah police headquarters at 06-5562222 or their nearest police station.
Conclusion
This brazen act of theft is a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and security measures in our communities. It is crucial that we work together to bring the perpetrator to justice and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened during the incident?
- A man dressed in black and armed with a toy gun robbed the gold shop in Alor Gajah, stealing RM250,000 worth of gold bracelets.
- How did the shop owner react?
- The shop owner was unaware of the suspect entering the shop and only realized what was happening when the man pointed a gun at him. He then ran into his office with his two children.
- What is the current status of the investigation?
- The police are investigating the case under sections 392 and 397 of the Penal Code for armed robbery, and are urging anyone with information to contact them.