Couple Charged in RM5.755M Pawnshop Robbery

The couple's brazen robbery has led to severe charges. The community hopes for justice as the trial continues.

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2025 November 3 . 9:24 PM

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There is a man and woman holding a knife. In front of them there is a table. On that there is a... — There is a man and woman holding a knife. In front of them there is a table. On that there is a white cloth. Also there is a cake with a plate. In the background there is a speaker, lights and wall. On the wall there are photo frames.

Couple Charged in RM5.755M Pawnshop Robbery

A couple, Wee Chin Ooi and Wee Fei Fang, have been charged in connection with a robbery at a pawnshop in Pasir Mas. The robbery involved jewellery worth RM5.755 million. Wee Fei Fang is charged with abetting Wee Chin Ooi in committing the crime.

Wee Chin Ooi, the main culprit, faces a maximum sentence of 14 years imprisonment and caning or whipping upon conviction. He was armed with a knife during the robbery. The couple's actions have drawn severe penalties, reflecting the gravity of their offence. The robbery has caused significant loss to the pawnshop and the community. The police have praised the couple's arrest, stating that it has helped to maintain public safety and deter future crimes.

The couple's trial is ongoing. The outcome will determine the extent of their punishment. The robbery has raised concerns about public safety, leading to increased police patrols in the area. The community awaits the verdict, hoping for justice to be served.