PNP arrests two suspects after thwarting store robbery in Los Olivos; second attack in under a month

Peruvian National Police apprehended two individuals on Saturday, July 12, after foiling an armed robbery at a Coolbox store in Los Olivos. The suspects reportedly entered the store on Carlos Izaguirre Avenue armed with firearms and restrained an employee. Responding to a distress call, emergency division officers arrived at the scene. During a search, police discovered two firearms and a silver iPhone 13 Pro Max hidden in the store's bathroom toilet. Commander Miguel Ángel Enciso, head of the Northern Emergency Division, stated that the suspects attempted to flee and discard the weapons upon seeing the police. The arrested individuals were identified as Kevin Abraham Quezada Barzola, 23, and Edu Jhamil Bashualdo Orellana, 25. They were taken to the Los Olivos Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation. Police suspect more individuals may be involved, potentially using motorcycles or vehicles to escape. This incident follows a similar robbery at another Coolbox store in La Molina Plaza on June 29, where thieves stole iPhones, tablets, and other electronics. Police believe this new robbery tactic targets stores during periods of low customer traffic, such as holidays and weekends.