A robbery occurred at Shwe Sin Academy Gold Shop on U Wisara Road in North Dagon Township, Yangon Region, where one robber was arrested with a firearm while others managed to escape. The incident took place around 11 AM on August 14th when armed individuals entered the gold shop attempting to commit robbery. Security personnel at the shop confronted the robbers, leading to the capture of one suspect while the remaining perpetrators fled the scene.
According to reports, while no gold items were stolen during the incident, one shop employee sustained injuries. A representative from the gold shop confirmed the incident, stating that the shop has been temporarily closed while investigations are ongoing. They mentioned that the exact extent of losses is still being assessed, and police officers are currently conducting investigations at the scene. The shop representative could not provide specific details about potential losses as the investigation was still in its early stages.
Following the incident, military and police forces have established checkpoints throughout North Dagon Township and are conducting searches to apprehend the escaped robbers. According to a local humanitarian worker who visited the scene, security forces and ambulances were present at the location, and investigations were continuing. The military and police forces have also cordoned off most areas in North Dagon Township as they conduct search operations to capture the escaped robbers. The situation has led to increased security measures in the area, with authorities maintaining checkpoints and conducting thorough searches throughout the township.
