Culture & Entertainment · Malaysia Bureau
Gold chain worth RM2,900 snatched from 3-year-old at food festival
A young child wearing a gold chain became the target of a snatch theft at a food festival in Malaysia. The incident occurred when an unidentified man forcibly removed the jewellery from the toddler's neck.
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A three-year-old child was left without a gold chain valued at RM2,900 after a theft at a food festival, police confirmed. According to the victim's mother, a man suddenly pulled at something around her child's neck during the event. The mother subsequently discovered that the gold chain her child had been wearing was missing. The incident highlights growing concerns over petty theft and snatch crimes targeting families at public gatherings and festive events across the country. Authorities have not released further details regarding the identity of the suspect or the specific location of the festival. Police are continuing investigations into the matter as the family seeks recovery of the valuable item. The incident serves as a reminder to parents and guardians to exercise caution when bringing children wearing jewellery to crowded public spaces and events.