Kano Police intercept illegal arms, arrest suspected robbers and cattle thieves
The Kano State Police Command has reported major breakthroughs, intercepting illegal arms and arresting suspected robbers and cattle thieves in the region.
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The Kano State Police Command has reported major breakthroughs, intercepting illegal arms and arresting suspected robbers and cattle thieves in the region.

A dramatic robbery unfolded in a Zagreb shopping center as robbers attacked security guards and stole a suitcase of money, leading to an exchange of gunfire. The incident has been described as a 'film-like' heist.
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers and cultists in Ajah, recovering weapons and linking them to recent crimes.

Robbers stole 320,000 euros from a market in Budva after overpowering three employees. Police are investigating the details of the large-scale theft.
Four masked intruders stormed the home of a senior advocate, threatening him with guns and escaping with over Rs 3 crore in cash, jewelry, and a licensed revolver, marking a second robbery at the same residence.

Police in Abia State have arrested 13 suspected armed robbers and cultists, recovering a pump-action gun, as part of intensified efforts by security agencies to curb violent crimes in Aba and other parts of the state.
Nigerian police forces have successfully killed kidnappers and arrested robbery suspects in separate operations in Kaduna and Lagos, recovering firearms and fake currency.
A victim was attacked with a machete during a robbery in Anderlecht overnight, prompting a police investigation into the violent incident.

Five people sustained gunshot injuries after armed robbers attacked a VIP JEOUN passenger coach on the Accra–Kumasi Highway in Ghana. This was one of two separate highway robbery incidents involving the transport operator within two hours.

A former police officer in North Macedonia has been sentenced to five years in prison for his involvement in a gold theft, having provided a service vehicle to masked robbers.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the killing of a final-year student of D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic in Ogun State during an armed robbery attack, raising security concerns.

A mobile money (MoMo) operator is fighting for their life after being shot by a six-member gang during a coordinated armed robbery at Agona Mankron Junction in Ghana. The victim is currently receiving treatment at a health facility.

An analysis explores how the case of Mario Roggero, an Italian jeweler convicted for killing two fleeing robbers, would have been handled under self-defense laws in the United States.

A petition advocating for the release of a jeweler who killed robbers was rejected. The decision means the jeweler will not be freed based on this petition.

The Bono East Regional Police Command in Ghana has arrested six individuals suspected of involvement in a highway robbery on the Portor-Gurumpe Highway and recovered GH¢300,000 allegedly stolen from a victim.

A store manager in Villeurbanne, France, was filmed bravely confronting and fighting two robbers in his store's parking lot. The suspects fled with an unspecified amount of money.

Italian authorities have seized a 50,000 euro bank account in Tunisia belonging to the jeweler who killed two robbers. The account, owned by Mario Roggero, was frozen following a coordinated operation by Italian judicial authorities.

The story of one of the most famous Czech robbers, whose origins were shrouded in legend, continues to be told in a cottage beneath Bezděz, where he grew up from a boy in a small village.

The case of a jeweler who shot and killed two robbers has become a significant political issue in Italy. Politicians, including Salvini, are weighing in on the self-defense debate.

Residents are fleeing an Ikorodu community after a series of robberies and the killing of a CDA executive. Robbers reportedly damaged CCTV cameras, forced doors open, and stole valuables, attempting to attack one owner with a machete.

(ANSA) - ROME, JUL 17 - Mario Roggero, a 72-year-old Piedmontese jeweler sentenced to 14 years and nine months in jail for killing two fleeing robbers outside his shop near Cuneo in 2021, on Friday…

Italy's Justice Minister Carlo Nordio has initiated the procedure for a pardon for jeweler Mario Roggero, who was convicted of killing robbers during a heist. This move follows a request from majority group leaders and has divided public opinion in Italy.

Anya Taylor-Joy leads the cast of the new Apple TV+ crime thriller 'Lucky,' where she portrays an identity-swapping con artist on the run. The series has garnered attention for its suspenseful plot and Taylor-Joy's performance.
Two individuals detained for the Louvre heist have broken their silence during questioning, revealing details about the crime where only eight pieces were stolen, much to the strategist's annoyance.

Police in Lagos, Nigeria, have arrested 135 suspected cultists and recovered 26 firearms during recent raids. This operation aims to curb cult-related activities and enhance security in the region.

Robbers carried out a swift raid on a museum in eastern France, making off with jewelry valued at approximately 4.5 million euros.
A technician was killed in Akure, Ondo State, during a robbery while attempting to defend his family. Police have arrested one suspect and are investigating the incident.

Armed robbers held an assistant commissioner in the GST department and his family hostage at their residence in Shalimar Nagar, Alwar, looting gold and cash.
A mobile store in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, was robbed of 35-40 smartphones worth Rs 4-5 lakh. CCTV footage showed one of the robbers wearing a mask of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

A man was attacked by three robbers in Vilnius, Lithuania, on Saturday, resulting in losses amounting to 1,700 euros. Police have been informed of the incident and the damage caused.
Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected kidnappers and robbers in separate operations, recovering firearms as part of ongoing investigations.

Underage robbers in Attica, Greece, terrorized elderly passengers at ISAP metro stations for months, reportedly setting up organized ambushes.
Olabisi Onabanjo University is mourning a 100-level student who was shot dead by armed robbers, leading the university to declare a lecture-free day and collaborate with security agencies.

Dramatic video footage shows a gang of robbers stealing an ATM from a Nationwide building society on a main street on June 16, making off with tens of thousands of pounds.

Residents of Gomoa Dabenyi New Site in Ghana are experiencing fear and vulnerability due to a prolonged power outage, which has led to increased crime and attacks from dangerous animals like cobras.

In Chakwal, Pakistan, two suspects involved in recent robberies and a fatal shootout were killed in an encounter with the Crime Control Department (CCD), while a CCD official was arrested on charges of murdering a minor girl and injuring another.
Four Bangladeshi men were arrested in Gurugram after holding a family hostage and robbing their home. The suspects were apprehended after attempting to evade police by jumping into an underpass.
The Daily Star has published an article concerning 'dacoits,' referring to armed robbers or bandits.

A 200-level student of Lagos State University (LASU) has died days after being attacked by armed robbers in Iba. The student succumbed to injuries sustained during the robbery incident.

Security operatives in Qua'an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State have made significant arrests, including suspected kidnappers, armed robbers, motorcycle thieves, and a terror collaborator.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano State has arrested 10 suspected criminals for various offenses including vandalism and theft across different locations.
Ghana's Interior Ministry is deploying 'disguised' armored buses from STC, VIP, and OA transport services to combat highway robbers.
Mustapha Haruna and Abdullahi Abdulrahman have been taken into custody following a robbery at an Edo hotel in Benin City, with police recovering stolen items.

An Accra Circuit Court has remanded two alleged mobile phone shop robbers into police custody.

A man was threatened and robbed by two individuals in a restroom in Basel, Switzerland. He then followed one of the robbers onto a tram, leading to the arrest of one suspect by Basel Cantonal Police.

An armed robbery took place at a jewelry store in Kamëz, Albania, where suspects, one reportedly armed, stole jewelry. The perpetrators were captured on video fleeing the scene on a motorcycle, and police are now searching for them.

Police in Lithuania have announced the latest information regarding the search for ATM robbers, confirming the arrest of a suspect linked to thefts in Latvia.

Police in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria, recovered stolen goods and vandalized transformer cables. Separately, Malaysian police recovered stolen jewelry following a gold shop heist in Jerantut and apprehended two suspected robbers in Chow Kit.

Greek police have arrested members of a criminal organization involved in numerous armed bank robberies, including the case in Kato Tithorea, with their total loot exceeding 480,000 euros.

Greek Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, stated that authorities had been monitoring robbers in Kato Tithorea for some time, leading to the resolution of an armed robbery. He also highlighted the significant problem of gun ownership in Greece and Europe.
Police in Lagos have arrested two members of a 'One Chance' robbery syndicate and recovered stolen phones following a stop-and-search operation.

An Albanian mini-market owner in Thessaloniki, Greece, successfully confronted and chased away two individuals who attempted to rob his business.

A 77-year-old man in Kifissia experienced moments of terror when robbers ambushed him in his apartment building's parking lot, gagged him, and stole jewelry valued at 100,000 euros.
Robbers who used the dating app Tinder to set up brutal ambushes on dates in Stockholm have been indicted.

A woman provides a detailed account to iefimerida of her terrifying face-to-face encounter with members of a criminal organization who broke into her home months ago.

The Ghana Police Service in the Ashanti South Region confirmed the killing of two suspected armed robbers during a weapon retrieval operation, believed to be linked to a series of highway attacks.

Nigerian aviation ground handlers are threatening to suspend operations due to an outstanding N9 billion debt owed by airlines, potentially disrupting air travel. This development comes amidst other domestic news, including a setback in the trial of former central bank governor Emefiele and an army rescue of a kidnapped victim.

This article presents the Sunday Gospel reading, focusing on Jesus' parable about the shepherd entering the sheepfold through the gate, contrasting him with thieves and robbers, and emphasizing the voice of conscience.
A doctor was tragically killed by suspected robbers in the Mukono district. Authorities are investigating the incident involving the violent death.

A grocery store manager in Vitrolles, France, was attacked by three heavily armed robbers claiming to be from the "DZ Mafia," an organization that has been harassing the establishment since summer 2025.
Two individuals suspected of robbery have been apprehended in Daulatkhan, Bhola district, Bangladesh.
Måneders forberedelser ligger bag kuppet i Napoli, hvor gerningsmændene holdt gidsler, stjal værdier af ukendt omfang og flygtede gennem en tunnel, de havde gravet forinden.

An armed gang forcibly entered a bank in central Naples, taking 25 customers and employees hostage before escaping through the sewage system.

A group of robbers carried out a "cinematic" bank heist in Naples, taking hostages and using actor masks before escaping through a specially dug tunnel or sewer system.

Robbers gagged an employee and looted over Rs 1 lakh from an office in Jalandhar, India. CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced, and one suspect has been identified.
The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Chibuzor Chinyere, announced that his church provides free rehabilitation services to repentant kidnappers, armed robbers, and cultists to help curb crime.

Shocking photos have emerged from a bloody incident in Exarcheia, Athens, where a kiosk employee from Bangladesh was attacked and stabbed in the leg by robbers.
Robbers in Manikganj, Bangladesh, fired blanks and looted gold and cash, according to a report.

The Nigerian Navy successfully rescued 22 passengers who were victims of sea robbery and recovered their hijacked boat. The incident occurred in the coastal waters of Akwa Ibom and Cross River states.

The beating of Stevan Filipović by robbers is discussed in the context of Margaret Thatcher's neoliberal ideology, which promoted individualism and has had a global impact.

Masked robbers carried out a cinematic heist at a market in central Budva, making off with €320,000. Police are currently searching for the perpetrators of the armed robbery.

Four armed men stormed an Edhi shelter home in Karachi, Pakistan, holding staff at gunpoint and stealing over Rs6.5 million from the charity's premises.

Ugandan midfielder Owori, 27, was murdered by suspected robbers in a street gang attack after resisting an attempt to rob him, according to police reports.
The Nigerian Navy successfully intervened to rescue three passengers from a pirate attack off the coast of Akwa Ibom, reaffirming its commitment to maritime security and combating crime.

Two robbers in Bad Homburg intimidated a female driver by hitting her car window, then stole her Rolex watch and luggage worth 11,000 Euros.

Two men, aged 30 and 31, with prior convictions, are on trial in Vienna-Favoriten for multiple alleged offenses involving a machete, knife, and fists, offering what are described as poorly thought-out excuses.

Police in Agona Swedru are on a manhunt for armed robbers who robbed and shot a mobile money vendor at Militia Junction near Agona Swedru on Sunday evening.
An explosion rocked Rue de la Frontière in Vianden during the early morning hours as an ATM was targeted by robbers.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly supported a jeweler convicted of aggravated self-defense after killing two robbers, appealing for clemency amidst pressure on her law and order agenda.

Semhad Gvozden and Alija Džekić have each been sentenced to five years in prison for robbing a casino in Tuzla, where they stole approximately 70,000 KM. The masked robbers were found guilty of the heist.

Police in Niger State, Nigeria, have arrested two suspected armed robbers in Minna. The suspects were allegedly found in possession of three toy pistols and 16 ATM cards.

The definitive conviction of Italian jeweler Mario Roggero for killing robbers has prompted a discussion on how self-defense laws in Germany, France, and Spain would have handled a similar case.

The sentence handed down to a jeweler who killed two men during a robbery at his shop has sparked outrage among the Italian right, with figures like Meloni and Salvini criticizing it as 'disproportionate' and pushing for a pardon.

Police have arrested multiple suspected kidnappers and robbers in separate operations, recovering firearms and ammunition. These arrests aim to curb criminal activities in the affected regions.

Italy is embroiled in a heated debate over self-defense laws after an elderly jeweler was jailed for shooting robbers, with the case taking on political dimensions and even drawing comments from Elon Musk.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has expressed her support for a pardon for a jeweler who killed two robbers during an attempted theft. Meloni stated that it is difficult to objectively judge the terror experienced by an individual in such a situation.
An Italian jeweler, sentenced to 15 years in prison for shooting three robbers, has ignited a political power struggle in Italy over a potential pardon. The case has sparked public debate and division among political factions regarding justice and self-defense.

Italy's magistrates union ANM stated that attacks on shopkeepers are a matter for police prevention and control, emphasizing that citizens cannot take the law into their own hands. This statement followed a jeweler receiving a long jail sentence for shooting dead robbers.

Italy's ruling coalition has begun efforts to secure the release of a jeweler who killed robbers during an incident. The case has sparked debate about self-defense laws and justice.

A young doctor was killed during a bank robbery in Clifton, where robbers made off with Rs2.5 million, leading to protests by the victim's family.

Spanish comedy actor Antonio Resines has recommended three films for entertainment and is promoting his new movie 'Haciendo amigos,' a comedic story about two robbers joining a troupe of people with disabilities.

A new development in the killing of nine-year-old Hania Ahmed in Chakwal sees her father claiming that robbers did not fire, but rather a Crime Control Department (CCD) cop was responsible for the direct firing.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued an urgent appeal for coordinated international action to secure the safe release of 44 sailors still held hostage by Somali pirates and armed robbers.

The family of Idris Clement, a popular technician killed by robbers in Nigeria, is demanding justice for his death.

A High Court in Sokoto, Nigeria, has sentenced six men to death by hanging after convicting them of armed robbery and related offenses. The trial judge warned against the increasing involvement of youths in violent crime.

Police in Nigeria have arrested seven suspected robbers and recovered stolen items following an investigation into a reported robbery incident at Unwala Quarters in Katsina.

Shahab Elmi, CEO of Cymbiotika, was robbed at gunpoint in a home invasion in Cannes, France, with thieves reportedly making off with millions.

Kogi State Governor Alhaji Usman Ododo stated that the state is no longer a safe haven for kidnappers, bandits, and armed robbers, attributing recent security gains to the Federal Government’s security strategy and sustained collaboration.
The Ogun State Police Command arrested three suspected vehicle robbers in Abeokuta and recovered a stolen Toyota Corolla.

A 100-level student at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, was tragically shot dead by suspected armed robbers, plunging the university community into mourning.
The Delta State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers in Ughelli. In a separate operation, a large quantity of illicit drugs was also recovered.

Pakistani police mistakenly opened fire on an Australian family's car, killing a 10-year-old Australian girl after wrongly identifying them as thieves. An officer has been arrested in connection with the tragic incident.

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, have arrested five suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms, ammunition, and charms.

Seven students were injured when armed robbers attacked a female hostel in Ebonyi. The incident highlights concerns about student safety and security in the area.

Billy Schmidt, a 22-year-old Penn State student, was fatally shot in Philadelphia while reportedly chasing robbers who had allegedly stolen his phone after he walked home from a bar.

The Upper West Regional Police Command in Ghana has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a stolen motorbike following a robbery incident along the Tumu-Kowie road in the Sissala East Municipality.

A Zagreb County Court has delivered a non-final verdict, sentencing robbers to prison.

Chilean individuals, part of a group that robbed NBA players, have been arrested at a bus station in Buenos Aires, as confirmed by Argentine federal police.

A shocking video shows three masked and gloved underage robbers threatening a convenience store employee with a gun in Thessaloniki, Greece, in the early hours of Thursday morning.

A family in Nyon, Switzerland, was subjected to a home invasion on Tuesday when several masked robbers broke into their house, threatened them, and forced one person to open a safe.

Unidentified gunmen killed three bank robbers who were in police custody in Peshawar, Pakistan.
Police in Lagos have apprehended six individuals suspected of 'one chance' robbery in the Okota area, seizing a tricycle, a cutlass, and a dummy pistol used in their operations.

Staff at a jewellery shop in Nashik fought back against robbers who pointed a gun at them, with one employee repeatedly struck on the head with a pistol butt during the scuffle.

Police have released video footage and confirmed that traces of Latvian ATM robbers have been found in Lithuania, as authorities continue their investigation.

On Tuesday morning, a man was robbed in Vilnius. The police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

During a brazen bank robbery in Kato Tithorea, Greece, an accomplice alerted the thieves to an approaching patrol car by shouting "Hurry, it's coming." The robbers reportedly spent 27 minutes inside the bank.

Unidentified robbers, believed to be linked to anti-establishment groups and equipped with heavy weaponry, carried out a new heist in Tithorea, Greece. This incident follows a year of preparation since a previous armed robbery in April 2025.

Austria is experiencing a series of unusual grave robberies where thieves are breaking into tombs, opening coffins, and removing golden teeth and fillings from the deceased.

Two masked robbers, armed with a knife, attempted to rob a convenience store in Thessaloniki but were ultimately chased away empty-handed by the store owner, an incident captured on video.

Police investigated a violent crime and grand theft in Lucija, where two suspects attacked and locked up a victim. During the investigation, cocaine, heroin, and cannabis were seized, and appropriate criminal charges were filed.
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three armed robbers from a vehicle theft syndicate, recovering three stolen cars and fabricated pistols during the operation.
A court in Ekiti, Nigeria, has ordered that two individuals convicted of armed robbery be executed by hanging.

Ghanaian police were ambushed by unknown persons while attempting to retrieve buried illegal weapons in Yizesi, leading to a shootout where two suspected armed robbers were killed.

Ghanaian legal luminary Tsatsu Tsikata has issued a strong warning that the disenfranchisement of the SALL traditional areas poses a danger to the Republic, advocating for reparations for their four years of political exclusion. He also reflected on his legal career and interactions with judges.

The 2016 gunpoint robbery of Kim Kardashian in Paris is being adapted into a four-part docuseries titled 'Kim, the Diamond, and the Grandpa Robbers' by Pernel Media for Canal+.

Police are prosecuting 11 suspects in connection with the killing of an Arise Television journalist last September, with a witness detailing the recovery of weapons during the arrests.
Police in Delta State, Nigeria, have arrested four members of a suspected armed robbery syndicate terrorizing the Ughelli area following a sting operation.
Months of preparation were behind a Naples bank heist where perpetrators took hostages, stole an unknown amount of valuables, and escaped through a four-meter tunnel they had dug by hand to minimize noise.

Armed suspects who robbed a gambling agency on Agiou Vasileiou Street in Peristeri, Greece, were apprehended by the DIAS police team after attempting to escape in a taxi.

Four masked and gloved robbers, armed with axes, attacked the Tournaire jewelry store in Savigneux, Loire, using a ram-raid. A significant quantity of jewelry was stolen in the Thursday morning incident.

Armed robbers stormed a bank in Naples, Italy, taking 25 people hostage before making their escape through a hole in the floor that led to an underground tunnel.

In Naples, bank robbers held 25 people hostage during a heist before successfully escaping the scene. The perpetrators reportedly vanished through a tunnel, evading capture.

A kiosk employee in Exarcheia, Athens, survived a murderous knife attack by two robbers and is now out of danger, while police are actively searching for the perpetrators.

The Tema Regional Operations Team in Ghana shot and killed two armed robbers following a daytime Mobile Money (MoMo) outlet robbery in Community 5.

Two masked robbers on a scooter threatened security guards with firearms and stole a money transport case during a robbery at the Supernova shopping center in Buzin, Zagreb. One guard reportedly fired at the suspects.

Karnataka police have successfully apprehended individuals responsible for robbing a Bidar bank, 19 months after the crime occurred. The robbers had vanished following the incident, making their capture a significant achievement for law enforcement.

Three suspects involved in the August 8 robbery of an industrial tools and equipment store in Balanga City, Bataan, were arrested in Baguio by a police tracker team.
Two armed robbers, including Jayden Bint, were found sleeping in a garage after targeting a Four Square store for vapes in Hamilton, New Zealand. Bint was subsequently jailed for two years and 11 months for his involvement in the offense.

Investigations are ongoing into the robbery of a jewelry store in Paskuqan, where two masked perpetrators allegedly stole 1.5 million lek in gold. Authorities suspect the robbers observed the store as customers and used specific routes to evade detection.
A LASU graduate is fighting for his life after being shot by robbers targeting a PoS operator in Igando, Lagos.

Stephen Bradley and David Oakley were captured on CCTV arguing with each other while attempting to rob Maddy’s convenience store in New Mills, putting on 'Scouse' accents during their bungled raid.

Robbers in Denmark threatened a victim to steal a watch and car keys, then made off with the car. An outstanding financial dispute may be the motive, as the victim knew one of the perpetrators.

A Lithuanian travel blogger, Angelina Zaleckaitė, has issued a warning to those planning holidays in Spain, stating that road robbers are active on the country's highways and the situation can be more dangerous than it appears.

A police constable was martyred and two suspected robbers were killed during a shootout in Karachi’s Orangi Town early Tuesday morning, according to police and rescue officials.

Two individuals sustained gunshot wounds after armed robbers attacked mobile money vendors in Mankrong Nkwanta, Agona East District, Central Region of Ghana.

Mario Roggero, an Italian jeweler sentenced to 14 years and 9 months for killing two robbers and injuring a third, has made a new appeal to the Quirinale to evaluate his case beyond public controversy.

Robbers attacked a money transport vehicle in Slovenia for the second time this week, with similar incidents occurring in Izola and Ljubljana BTC, both involving the same security company.

The jeweler Roggero, who was convicted for killing two robbers, has garnered more followers on social media than several political leaders.
The shop belonging to a jeweler who was jailed for killing robbers has reopened. This event marks a significant development following his legal case.

Italian judicial authorities, in cooperation with Tunisian counterparts, have seized a bank account in Tunisia belonging to jeweler Mario Roggero and his wife. The funds were reportedly sent from Italy to Tunisia after Roggero killed two robbers.

Elon Musk has publicly defended Mario Roggero, an Italian jeweler who was jailed for killing robbers during a heist. Musk criticized the judicial system, suggesting the judge and prosecutor should be condemned instead.

A jeweler, previously convicted of double murder for shooting two robbers during a robbery, is being considered as a candidate for Italy's Lega party, sparking debate as he is seen by some on the right as a hero of self-defense.

The journalist and philosopher Stanisław Vincenz's collection of Hutsul legends, written between the World Wars, is being rediscovered. These stories from the southeastern Carpathians of Poland feature robbers and sorcerers.

An Italian jeweler has been sentenced to prison after shooting and killing two robbers who entered his shop, with the court rejecting his claim of legitimate self-defense. The case has sparked debate in Italy, with some on the right calling for a pardon.

The case of jeweler Mario Roggero, sentenced to nearly 15 years for killing two robbers, has sparked a national debate in Italy.

An Italian jeweler has been convicted by the top court for killing robbers during a self-defense incident. The ruling mandates a prison sentence for the jeweler involved in the fatal shooting.

The two men suspected of stealing royal jewels from the Louvre have given surprising confessions during interrogations in June, with one remarking, 'Luckily I'm not suicidal.'
A dramatic morning unfolded at a gas station near Blatné, Slovakia, where a courageous saleswoman managed to chase away armed robbers; police are currently searching for the masked perpetrators.

Two men robbed an American couple outside a police station in Milan. Despite resistance and a quick response from officers, one assailant escaped, while an 18-year-old was apprehended.
Police in Gombe, Nigeria, have arrested eight individuals suspected of armed robbery and internet fraud. The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to combat crime in the state.

A mobile money vendor in Lashibi, Accra, successfully fought off two armed robbers, fatally shooting one and recovering the entire GH¢140,000 stolen during the attack.

A High Court in Sokoto, Nigeria, has sentenced six men to death by hanging after convicting them of armed robbery and related offenses. The trial judge issued a warning about the increasing involvement of youths in violent crime.

An investigation in Lille, France, has led to the apprehension of eight individuals, aged 16 to 23, involved in a Louis Vuitton store robbery that initially failed but succeeded nine days later.

RCMP are investigating back-to-back bank stickups in Dawson Creek, B.C., where a scooter-riding suspect has evaded police, though it's unclear if the incidents are connected or if there are multiple robbers.

A court in Næstved has sentenced four men to lengthy prison terms for an attempted home invasion and shooting of an elderly coin collector.

A Starbucks employee in St. Louis was fired after he fought off two men attempting to rob his store, stating he feared for his life.

Armed robbers ambushed three rural bank employees along a highway in Barangay Damilag, Bukidnon, carting away approximately P1.7 million in cash.
Kambu township in Makueni is experiencing a wave of fear due to a notorious gang of highway robbers, with recent incidents including gun attacks and a lost pregnancy.
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun, has arrested 97 suspected criminals, including kidnappers, robbers, and individuals violating anti-grazing laws. The arrests were made across the state as part of ongoing security efforts.

Police in Oyo, Nigeria, arrested five suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms during a raid on their hideout. Separately, Malaysian police detained 13 men in Jinjang Utara in connection with an armed brawl linked to a debt dispute.
Police in Kwara have arrested multiple suspected robbers and bandits in separate incidents, recovering an AK-47 rifle and a stolen motorcycle.
A 22-year-old student was shot and killed in Philadelphia after pursuing individuals who had robbed his phone. The incident, which involved a Hyderabad techie, left his father mourning the loss.

Police in Ghana's Upper West Region have arrested two individuals suspected of robbery and recovered a stolen motorbike following an attack on the Tumu-Kowie road.
Robbers attempted to break into a hall hosting a Lego dinosaur exhibition, though it remains uncertain if they were aware of the exhibition's presence.

The Ghanaian government has deployed armoured buses, disguised as commercial vehicles, to track and apprehend highway robbers operating on major roads across the country.

The Benue State Police Command has arrested seven individuals suspected of kidnapping and armed robbery in various operations across the state, recovering rifles and a stolen vehicle.

Two masked individuals robbed a tobacco shop on the Elbasan-Metalurgjik road axis, stealing approximately 500,000 lek and cigarette packs in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Two masked robbers targeted a jewelry store in Zagreb's King Cross shopping center just before closing, with witnesses reporting that jewelry fell from their bags as they fled.

Staff at a jewellery store in Nashik, India, fought back against robbers who pulled a gun on them during an attempted heist. The incident was captured on video.
Two individuals suspected of robbery were killed during a shootout with police officers in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa.

Lithuanian police have been alerted and are actively searching for Latvian ATM robbers after traces of their activity were discovered within Lithuania's borders.
Police are intensively searching for masked robbers in southern Slovakia who tied up four individuals and stole a large quantity of e-cigarettes.

Eight individuals, including two women, have been arrested in connection with a bank robbery in Kato Tithorea where €200,000 was stolen. Police stated the suspects had been under long-term surveillance and were found with heavy weaponry.

Armed robbers, reportedly using Kalashnikovs, stole approximately 200,000 euros from a bank in Kato Tithorea, Greece. Authorities later located the perpetrators' getaway car intact in Zemenos, Viotia, as investigations continue into the high-profile heist.

Police are conducting extensive investigations to locate and arrest the perpetrators of a bank robbery where 200,000 euros were stolen. A manhunt has been launched for the suspects who fled the scene.
Grave robbers in Lower Austria have been targeting cemeteries to steal dental gold from deceased individuals. Authorities have reported approximately 180 such cases.

Switzerland is deploying a new task force involving federal and cantonal authorities to combat the rising trend of luxury car thefts, often perpetrated by young robbers from France.
Robbers broke into St. Mulumba Parish in Owerri, Imo, stealing a monstrance containing the Blessed Sacrament, prompting the archdiocese to call for prayer.
Seven inter-district robbers have been apprehended by law enforcement in Naogaon, Bangladesh.

An SBI branch in Surat, India, was robbed of Rs 52 lakh by armed individuals who held staff and customers hostage at gunpoint.

A National Youth Service Corps member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, died after being hit by stray bullets during an exchange of fire between soldiers and suspected robbers in Abuja.

Two masked men armed with rifles carried out a brazen daylight robbery, stealing $1.8 million from a Brinks armored truck in the Tacony section of Philadelphia.

Marta Burns drove 800 metres in reverse after consuming a cannabis cake, believing gardaí were robbers when they approached her car around midnight on April 29 last year, a court heard.
A policeman in Clarendon, Jamaica, shot alleged robbers, resulting in one fatality, and the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) is now probing the incident.
Robbers in Naples, Italy, executed a cinematic bank heist, taking hostages, stealing valuables, and escaping through a pre-dug tunnel, remaining at large.

Three armed robbers entered a bank in Naples, took 25 hostages, and then escaped through a hole dug beneath the vault, leaving police with many unanswered questions two days later.

Armed robbers held 25 people hostage during a bank heist in Naples, forcing open safety deposit boxes before making a dramatic escape. Reports indicate the perpetrators fled through sewage tunnels, eluding authorities.

A policeman was martyred and another wounded in an attack in Manghopir, Karachi; the DIG has ruled out terrorism, attributing the incident to robbers, while the Chief Minister ordered immediate arrests.

Four armed men reportedly robbed a gold shop on Jalan Tun Sambanthan in Kuala Lumpur, fleeing with RM9.7 million worth of jewellery.
Armed robbers held up an orphanage in Zimbabwe, making off with more than $30,000 in a brazen attack.