Masked men steal RM1mil in gold from Sungai Petani shop

Masked men executed a daring robbery at a goldsmith shop in Sungai Petani, Kedah, last night, absconding with gold jewellery valued at up to RM1 million. The Kuala Muda police chief, Hanyan Ramlan, disclosed that the same store had fallen prey to theft in 2024, also resulting in losses estimated at RM1 million. The heist unfolded around 7:20 PM, with a pair of masked assailants wielding hammers and sharp instruments.

Two of the suspects infiltrated the store through the front entrance while their cohorts remained concealed approximately 20 meters away. The criminals swiftly targeted the glass display counters, smashing them to gain access to the precious items. After seizing the gold jewelry, the culprits vanished on two motorcycles, with the accomplices waiting in the vicinity.

The victim shop owner has placed the stolen items' value between RM700,000 and RM1 million, awaiting a comprehensive assessment. Thankfully, the two employees present during the raid emerged unharmed. Authorities are scrutinizing the registration details of the suspects' motorcycles to track down the perpetrators. The incident falls under the Penal Code sections 395 and 397, which pertain to gang robbery and armed robbery.

Interestingly, the same goldsmith outlet was targeted in 2024, suffering comparable financial losses.