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3 men arrested for allegedly assaulting and robbing a farmer and his wife in Seaqaqa

3 men arrested for allegedly assaulting and robbing a farmer and his wife in Seaqaqa

By Naveel Krishant
26/08/2020
Police say the three suspects allegedly forcefully entered the home of a farmer, threatened and assaulted the victim and his wife and stole $10,000 cash. [Image: File Photo]

Quick action resulted in the arrest of three men allegedly involved in an aggravated robbery at Dagau, Seaqaqa last night.

Police say the three suspects allegedly forcefully entered the home of a farmer, threatened and assaulted the victim and his wife and stole $10,000 cash.

They say early this morning the three were arrested and taken into custody and more than $7,000 believed to have been stolen was recovered.

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