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March 14, 2008
Armed robbery in Red Hill
A WOMAN, in her 50s, was robbed of her $1,200 necklace as she was walking along Red Hill Lane near Block 81 at about 7am on Thursday.

The suspect approached her from behind a pillar and threatened her with a 15 cm-screwdriver, yelling 'robbery' in Hokkien.

He then pushed the victim who fell to the floor and during the struggle, snatched her gold necklace worth $1,200.

The suspect fled on a bicycle.

Police are appealing for witnesses. The suspect is described as a plump Chinese man in his 40s.

He was wearing a pair of black spectacles and had on a blue tee-shirt with white sleeves.

Those with information can call the Police Hotline at 1800-255-0000.

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