Cops tracking down suspects in three armed robberies – Miri OCPD
MIRI: The police have launched an operation to track down at least three men, believed to be members of a gang, for allegedly being involved in three armed robberies here last week.
Miri police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the operation was launched after police reports on the armed robberies were received from the victims.
“I can confirm that there have been three reports regarding armed robberies on March 20, March 21 and March 24 at Hilltop Miri, Ocean Park and in Permyjaya.
“Following the reports lodged, the Miri district police headquarters in collaboration with the General Operations Force (GOF) 12th Battalion have launched an operation dubbed ‘Op Pencegahan Jenayah’.
“Roadblocks are being conducted, and all police elements including the K9 Unit and drones have been mobilised to track down the suspects,” he said when met at the 217th Police Day celebration at the district police headquarters yesterday. When asked on the suspects’ modus operandi, Alexson disclosed that the suspects targeted houses that had little or no security features installed such as closed-circuit television (CCTV). On the total losses incurred by the victims, he said the police are still determining the amount involved.
“The amount of losses varies because there were jewelleries, cash, handphones and watches,” he added.
On another note, Alexson advised the public to stop speculating or post crime cases on social media as it could create unnecessary worry among the public.
“The overall situation in Miri is under control, the public need not to worry about their wellbeing and safety.
“However, the police would like to advise homeowners to increase the safety features of their homes such as by installing safety grilles, CCTV and alarm system,” he said.
Earlier, Alexson handed over certificates of appreciation to 16 personnel for their contribution to the police force.
Also present was his deputy Supt Mohd Sabri Zainol.