In Brief
- Police are investigating three daylight robberies captured on video and shared widely on social media on Tuesday.
- A woman was assaulted and robbed of her bag by three men at Adam’s Bagels in Maraval.
- Other incidents involved a couple in a Mini Bar on Ariapita Avenue and a man walking near Attong’s Bakery in San Fernando.
- Adam’s says it will increase security throughout the Christmas season.
Police are investigating three daylight robberies that went viral on social media on Tuesday.
In the first incident, a woman was assaulted and robbed of her bag by three men at Adam’s Bagels in Maraval. The attack was captured on video, which has been widely shared online.
A second video shows a couple sitting in a Mini Bar on Ariapita Avenue being robbed.
In a third video, a man is seen being robbed while walking on the pavement near Attong’s Bakery in San Fernando.
Adam’s responds
In a statement on social media on Tuesday, Adam’s responded to “the unfortunate incident involving one of our valued customers in Adam’s car park today”.
It stated, “We understand that this may be concerning for our customers and neighbours, and we want to assure you that we are treating the matter with the utmost seriousness. Immediately following the incident, she was attended to and supported to the best of our ability. Thankfully, she was not physically injured, although we recognise that she was understandably shaken, and our thoughts are with her.”
Adams noted, “This is the first incident of this nature at Adam’s, and we will do everything necessary to prevent any recurrence in the future. We are conducting a thorough review of the circumstances and are taking immediate steps to strengthen safety. Security will be increased immediately and throughout the Christmas season, with the security station remaining attended at all times.”
It stated it understood the customer had been followed, and encouraged everyone to remain aware of their surroundings and to report any concerns promptly.
“The safety and well-being of our customers, staff and neighbours are extremely important to us, and we are committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
“We sincerely appreciate your continued trust, support and understanding,” the statement added.
