On the afternoon of August 29, 2025, a serious armed robbery occurred in Lae, Morobe Province. Six armed robbers who attempted to rob a store in Eriku, Lae, were decisively engaged and neutralized on the spot by the Lae Metro Command.
According to police sources, several heavily armed robbers broke into a store in the Eriku area in the afternoon in an attempt to commit robbery. Upon receiving the report, the Lae Police quickly dispatched a special police unit to the scene, and a gunfight broke out between the police and the robbers during the pursuit. The police demonstrated a high level of professionalism and discipline during the operation, ultimately successfully stopping this vicious crime, with all six armed suspects neutralized.
The Lae Police stated that this rapid response and decisive handling prevented further loss of life and property among innocent citizens and business owners, and also conveyed to society the police’s firm determination to maintain public order.
At present, the police are conducting further investigations into the identities of the individuals involved in the case and any potential criminal network behind them. The police have called on citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police immediately.
The successful handling of this case has also attracted social attention. Many citizens have expressed appreciation for the police’s efficient execution, believing that it plays a positive role in deterring crime and restoring public sense of security.
