Two teenagers were arrested for two cases of robbery reported in a spate of two hours at Bedok South and Tampines HDB estate.
On 31 January 2011 , at about 7.35pm , a 67-year-old woman was on her way home at Bedok South Ave 2 when she was attacked from behind by two unknown teenagers. The suspects then stole her sling bag containing a handphone, cash amounting to $25/- and some personal belongings. While the suspects were fleeing, a helpful passer-by gave chase but lost sight of the two suspects. The victim sustained slight injuries and was given outpatient treatment.
On the same evening, at about 9.40pm , another case of robbery of a similar nature was reported at Tampines Ave 4. A 64-year-old man was assaulted by two teenagers when he was walking along the footway. The victim’s wallet containing cash amounting to $120/-, personal documents and a handphone were stolen during the assault. The suspects then fled leaving behind the injured victim. The victim was conveyed to Changi General Hospital with injuries, where he is currently warded.
In pursuant to the two reports, officers from Bedok Police Division responded to the scene of crime and conducted protracted investigation. After extensive follow-up investigations, the identities of the two suspects were established.
On 1 February 2011 at about 4.30pm , a 17-year-old suspect was arrested at Bedok North St 2. A senior citizen EZ link card, cash amounting to $60/- and a handphone belonging to the first victim were recovered from his possession. On the same day at about 8.35pm , the 2nd suspect, a 15-year-old boy, was arrested by the Police at Jalan Eunos.
The two suspects will be charged in Court on 2 February 2011 for an offence of robbery with hurt under Section 394 of the Penal Code, Chapter 224, which carries a maximum punishment of 20 years imprisonment with not less than 12 strokes of the cane.
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