A brazen daylight robbery has left residents and business operators in the Bethesda area on edge.
The targeted establishment was the superette located on Bethesda Main Road, where two individuals, a 62-year-old woman, and her 47-year-old daughter were confronted by four assailants.
According to the information received, the perpetrators arrived at the scene in a Noah van. Two of them entered the suet, brandishing weapons, and proceeded to rob both the occupants and the cash register.
The victims were reported to be carrying two leather bags containing $800 and $400, respectively. The assailants made off with the undisclosed sum from the bags, in addition to the cash taken from the register.
The ordeal took a terrifying turn when the criminals fired two shots outside as they were making their escape.
The husband of the suet operator, who was outside at the time, rushed to the aid of his wife and daughter upon hearing their screams
Fortunately, no one was injured during the gunfire, but the incident has left the community shaken.
The robbery occurred around 4:15 PM, and the police are now conducting intensive investigations to apprehend the culprits.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The Criminal Investigations Department can be reached at 462 3913, or individuals can contact Crime Stoppers at 800 8477.
The surveillance footage captured the chilling moment when the perpetrators disembarked from the gray Noah van and forcefully entered the mini-mart.
Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.