Police Launch Manhunt Following Violent Burglary in Casablanca
In a shocking incident reminiscent of a high-stakes action film, a burglary took place in the Annassi neighborhood of Sidi Bernoussi, Casablanca, last Wednesday. A suspect broke into an apartment, taking advantage of the absence of the inhabitants to steal gold jewelry valued at 50,000 dirhams. With chilling composure, the intruder forced open the door and meticulously searched the premises, as reported by the daily newspaper Assabah in its weekend edition for September 5-6.
The situation escalated when the homeowner unexpectedly returned home early. Encountering the burglar in the act, the victim was caught completely off guard. In a desperate attempt to escape with his loot, the intruder violently assaulted her and fled the scene. Neighbors, alerted by her cries for help, quickly gathered outside, causing the burglar to panic and flee, leaving the traumatized woman behind.
Upon receiving the emergency call, the judicial police of Sidi Bernoussi promptly initiated an investigation under the supervision of the public prosecutor's office. Forensic technicians arrived at the crime scene to collect fingerprints and review surveillance footage from the area in hopes of identifying the fugitive. In addition to gathering testimonies from nearby residents, investigators are paying particular attention to the victim's acquaintances. The precision of the burglar's methods suggests that he may have had assistance or insider knowledge regarding the family's schedule and the presence of valuable items in the home.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
