Terror in Aïn Harrouda: Armed robbery targets money transfer agency

The Aïn Harrouda region experienced a state of panic and high security alert last Tuesday evening, following an armed robbery at a money transfer agency carried out by two young men.

According to exclusive data, the crime took place around 5:55 PM. One of the perpetrators entered the agency with his face masked and brandished a large sword at the only employee present, while his accomplice stood watch outside, unmasked.

The robbery scenario

Under threat, the masked assailant forced the employee to fill a bag with available cash. They then fled to an unknown destination. Losses from this robbery of a money transfer agency are estimated to be between 15,000 and 20,000 dirhams.

Surveillance cameras lead investigators

Surveillance cameras installed inside and outside the agency captured precise audio and visual details of the incident. This technical data is vital for solving the case. Elements of the Royal Gendarmerie immediately arrived on the scene to conduct a comprehensive sweep and analyze the footage, as they work to identify and arrest the suspects.