A Niqab, a Gun and a Getaway Car: How the Jleeb Gold Heist Unfolded

Kuwaiti police are actively pursuing two suspects involved in a meticulously planned armed robbery at a jewelry store in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh. The perpetrators reportedly stormed the store, tied up an employee at gunpoint, and fled with a significant cache of gold jewelry in an early-morning heist.

Detectives from the Criminal Security Sector are reportedly following strong leads and are optimistic about an imminent arrest. Descriptions of the stolen items, including chains, bracelets, and pendants, have been circulated to jewelry stores across all six governorates. Additionally, suspect descriptions have been disseminated to border crossings to prevent their escape from the country.

Investigators have identified the getaway vehicle as a small Japanese car previously reported stolen by an Asian expatriate. Authorities believe the use of stolen license plates was part of a sophisticated plan to evade detection. The robbery occurred around 8:00 a.m., exploiting the quiet pre-market hours. The crime went unnoticed until approximately 11:00 a.m. when another employee arrived to find his colleague restrained.

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As soon as they came inside, the person wearing the niqab pulled out a handgun and ordered me to remain silent.

The victim recounted that shortly after opening the store, one suspect disguised in a niqab and an accomplice entered. The individual in the niqab produced a handgun, ordering the employee to remain silent while the accomplice handcuffed him. The pair then proceeded to empty the store of its gold jewelry before escaping. Forensic experts and security personnel have collected evidence, including fingerprints, and surveillance footage is being reviewed. Initial findings suggest the weapon used was a 9mm pistol.

Authorities are continuing to compile an inventory of the stolen jewelry to ascertain the total value of the loss. Security sources remain confident that the suspects will be identified and brought to justice, citing several promising investigative leads.

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The accomplice then handcuffed me while they emptied the store of gold jewelry before fleeing.