IPOH: Police are tracking down a 'milkman' who is believed to be involved in snatching two gold necklaces from a seamstress in an incident in Tanjung Rambutan here on Feb 8.
Ipoh police chief Assistant Commissioner Yahaya Hassan said in the 9.10am incident, the 38-year-old woman was approached by the suspect, who is believed to be a local.
"While talking, the suspect suddenly became aggressive and pushed the woman before snatching her gold necklaces," he said in a statement here today.
He said the suspect then threatened to harm the victim if she screamed for help and fled on a motorcycle.
Yahaya added that the victim was unhurt in the incident.
"The stolen necklaces were the victim's wedding chain as well as a gift from her father. The case is being investigated under Section 392 of the Penal Code," he said.
Yahaya said those with information should contact the investigating officer, Assistant Superintendant Fadli Ahmad at 019-2500019 to help in the investigation.
"The police also want to advise the public to be always vigilant and take care of personal safety and property to avoid any untoward incidents," he added. – Bernama