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Two teenagers arrested over Bukit Merah minimart theft
Police arrested two teenage suspects following a robbery at a minimart in Bukit Merah where cash and cigarettes valued at approximately $5,100 were stolen.
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The theft occurred at a convenience store in the Bukit Merah residential district, with officers responding to a report of the incident. According to police records, the suspects made off with $2,100 in cash along with 290 packs of cigarettes estimated to be worth around $3,000.
The two teenagers were apprehended following investigations into the incident. Preliminary inquiries revealed details of the stolen items, which included a significant quantity of tobacco products from the minimart's inventory.
The case underscores ongoing concerns about retail thefts in residential areas across Singapore. Shopkeepers have previously raised alarm over break-ins and robberies targeting convenience stores, particularly those operating during late-night hours or in less-frequented locations.
The investigation remains ongoing as police gather additional evidence. The suspects have been placed in custody pending further questioning and potential charges related to the theft.