Man robs gold shop, throws jewelry in street in southern Vietnam
He showed unusual behavior during the robbery
He showed unusual behavior during the robbery
He encouraged passers-by to make off with the spoils and was arrested later
He stole two gold bracelets and sold them for US$1,272
The suspect escaped empty handed after being chased by local residents
He stole a small amount of gold every day in five consecutive years
He hid the gold under a bed at his grandmother's house
The total value of the stolen precious metal and cash is estimated to be $556,800
Separate robberies have taken place during Vietnam’s football games at the 2019 SEA Games this month
His fine will also be cut by US$3,000 after authorities found him not guilty of selling products of unclear origin
The exemption was made after authorities reviewed his family backgrounds