Masked robber steals nearly P10,000 from General Santos City burger stall
• A masked man robbed a burger stall in General Santos City, stealing nearly P10,000 in cash, which was the entire day’s earnings
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• Security camera footage captured the incident, who used a handkerchief to conceal his face and a potential weapon
• The two female employees at the stall were unharmed but were left shaken after the incident
• Authorities have a person of interest and are urging the public to provide any information that could lead to the suspect's arrest
A late-night robbery at a burger stall in General Santos City was captured on video, showing a masked assailant making off with nearly P10,000 in cash—the entire day’s earnings.
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The brazen stick-up, which occurred in Barangay San Isidro, has prompted a police investigation as authorities work to identify the suspect.
Security camera footage, aired on GMA Regional TV, shows two female employees working at the stall late Monday night.
The video then captures a man approaching the counter with a handkerchief covering his face and another wrapped around his hand, possibly concealing a weapon. He then demanded the money from the cash box.
Fearing for their safety, one of the employees complied and handed over the container holding the day’s earnings, which amounted to approximately P10,000.
The entire incident unfolded in a matter of moments, leaving the victims shaken but unharmed. The suspect quickly fled the scene with the stolen cash.
Police in General Santos City have a person of interest in the case and are currently investigating whether the robber was carrying a real firearm.
The owner of the burger stall is cooperating fully with the authorities to aid in the investigation.
This incident is not an isolated one, as similar reports of armed robberies have been on the rise in various cities.
It highlights the vulnerability of small businesses and their employees, especially during late-night shifts.
The P10,000 loss is a significant setback for the small business owner, who relies on daily earnings to sustain their operations.
The incident serves as a serious reminder for business owners to take additional security measures, such as installing security cameras and ensuring there is a safe way to handle daily cash flow.
While the fear of confrontation is understandable, experts suggest that employees be trained on how to react during such situations to ensure their safety above all else.
Police are urging anyone with information about the suspect to come forward and assist in their efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice.
News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories.
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