MAN ARRESTED FOR ROBBERY WITHIN 24 HOURS
The Police have arrested a 48-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a case of robbery.
On 20 August 2023 at about 12.15am, the Police were alerted to a case of robbery along Woodlands Avenue 7. Preliminary investigations revealed that the man had allegedly robbed the victim of her handbag containing cash of about S$10 and some miscellaneous items.
Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras and CCTV footages, officers from Woodlands Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him within 24 hours of the report. A blue handbag belonging to the victim was recovered.
The man will be charged in court on 22 August 2023 for the offence of Robbery, under Section 392 of the Penal Code 1871. The offence carries an imprisonment term of not less than 3 years and not more than 14 years, and at least 12 strokes of the cane.
The Police will spare no effort to arrest those who commit violent crimes. When confronted with a robbery, members of the public are advised to remain calm, take note of the physical appearance and distinctive features of the perpetrator, and call for the Police as soon as possible.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
21 August 2023 @ 5:00 PM
Similar incidents
Early last month, a 38-year-old man was arrested by the Singapore Police Force in connection with an attempted robbery that took place on 15 July 2023. The swift action of the authorities led to the apprehension of the suspect within a mere five hours after the incident occurred.
The attempted robbery transpired at approximately 8.10 am on 15 July 2023 at a minimart situated along Lorong 1 Toa Payoh. According to preliminary investigations, the suspect, armed with a knife, allegedly tried to rob the sole attendant present at the minimart during the time of the incident. However, the perpetrator’s efforts were thwarted when the vigilant victim called out for assistance, causing the man to flee the scene empty-handed.
Responding promptly to the alert, officers from Tanglin Police Division initiated immediate ground inquiries. Utilizing images from both Police cameras and CCTV footage, the law enforcement authorities were able to successfully identify the suspect, leading to his arrest within a remarkably short period.
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