How did a suspect escape with RM1.17 million in gold from a Thai shop?

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A Suspect Allegedly Escaped with RM1.17 Million in Gold from a Thai Shop Using a Firearm and a Getaway Motorbike

A 61-year-old suspect, believed to be Malaysian, allegedly robbed a gold shop in Plaza Hat Yai on Tuesday, escaping with gold valued at nine million baht (RM1.17 million). The suspect reportedly entered the shop pretending to be a customer, produced a gun, and fled the scene on a motorbike after the theft. Thai police have since tightened border controls in an effort to prevent the suspect's escape.
Theft Details and Suspect's Actions

The incident occurred at 11:50 am on Tuesday when the suspect, acting alone, entered a gold shop located in Plaza Hat Yai. According to Pol. Lt. Gen. Piyawat Chalermsi, chief of Police Division 9, the suspect was armed with a gun. Closed-circuit television footage captured the suspect absconding with gold worth an estimated nine million baht.
Getaway and Recovered Evidence

Following the robbery, the suspect fled the scene on a motorbike. A motorbike, believed to have been used in the commission of the crime, was discovered not far from the Plaza Hat Yai. This vehicle has been sent for forensic examination as part of the ongoing investigation.
Law Enforcement Response and International Cooperation

Thai authorities have responded by tightening border controls in an effort to apprehend the suspect. The Malaysian Consul-General in Songkhla, Ahmad Fahmi Ahmad Sarkawi, has stated that Malaysia is prepared to cooperate with Thai police in their investigation. Thai authorities are currently working to confirm the identity of the suspect and verify if he is indeed a Malaysian national.

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