From Malay Mail · · 1m 10s
Masked gang strikes Kedah goldsmith for second time
Four armed robbers hit the same shop twice in two years, stealing up to RM1 million in jewellery.
In brief
Four armed robbers hit the same shop twice in two years, stealing up to RM1 million in jewellery. The same Kedah goldsmith was targeted twice within two years, suggesting either inadequate security measures or a pattern of repeat targeting by criminals. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Four masked robbers strike goldsmith
Four armed men on two motorcycles robbed a goldsmith shop in Bakar Arang, Kedah on September 17, escaping with jewellery worth RM700,000 to RM1 million.
“They smashed the display cases and took the items inside.”
Two entered, two waited outside
Police say two suspects entered the shop while two others remained outside on motorcycles as lookouts during the 7:20 pm raid.
Same shop robbed in 2024
Kuala Muda Police Chief ACP Hanyan Ramlan confirmed the goldsmith was previously robbed in 2024 with losses estimated at RM1 million.
“The same shop was also robbed in 2024, with losses estimated at RM1 million.”
Hammers and sharp weapons used
The robbers smashed display cases with hammers and carried sharp weapons to intimidate staff and quickly grab jewellery.
Investigation underway under Penal Code
Police are investigating the robbery under Sections 395 and 397 of the Penal Code, which cover dacoity and criminal intimidation.
“The case is being investigated under Sections 395 and 397 of the Penal Code.”
The takeaway
The same Kedah goldsmith was targeted twice within two years, suggesting either inadequate security measures or a pattern of repeat targeting by criminals.
