A couple living in Quezon City was arrested for alleged robbery

A resident couple was arrested after allegedly breaking into a unit along FPJ Avenue in Quezon City.

According to police, the suspects were caught on CCTV on the second floor of the building on Sunday evening. The footage showed the man walking around as if looking for something. Moments later, he was seen taking a processor from one of the computers.

The owner of the unit discovered the robbery the next morning when the lock on the door was missing. Upon entering, they found that some equipment, including parts of a printing machine, had been stolen. The total value of the stolen objects was estimated at 123,000 lei.

“Find out nila sari nila sa umaga na yung establishment nila pinasok and nalaman nila can I especially break your cars nila,” Masambong Police Station Commander PLt. said col. Jewel Nicanor.

Following a pursuit operation, police arrested the couple on Monday afternoon along Araneta Avenue, Quezon City. Investigators used CCTV footage to identify the suspects, which led to their swift capture.

The stolen items, including the processor and parts of the printing machine, were recovered from the suspects.

Further investigation revealed that the male suspect had been jailed three other times, including for violating illegal drug laws and wire theft. It was also found that the female suspect has a history of arrest related to illegal gambling.

During the hearing, the male suspect admitted to the act, claiming desperation due to financial difficulties. The woman, however, denied involvement, saying she tried to stop him but was unaware of his actions beforehand.

“Nagawa ko lang po yon dahil sa hirap ng buhay dahil sa pangangalakal lang din namin, wala kami makuha pangkain… Nilagare ko po yon stabilisimyento,” the suspicious man explained.

The couple now face robbery charges as authorities continue their investigation.

In an earlier report, 2 suspects were arrested for robbery at the footbridge in Edsa, Quezon City

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