Six individuals suspected of terrorizing the residents of Avaratanàna and Filatex in Ankadimbahoaka were arrested in connection with various cases late last week.
On October 24, 2026, around 6:30 PM, the first two suspects were apprehended at the Filatex roundabout. According to reports, they allegedly attacked two people with long knives before stealing two mobile phones, 30,000 ariary, and personal belongings. Alerted, police officers from the central station in charge of combating insecurity quickly intervened and arrested the alleged attackers. They were subsequently taken to Tsaralalàna along with the victims.
The day before, on October 23, 2026, four other individuals had already been arrested in the neighborhoods of Avaratanàna, Ambodimita, Amparibe, and Ankadivato. They are suspected of being involved in various theft cases. Some allegedly stole drinks and computers, while others snatched mobile phones inside public transport vehicles. The latter are suspected of committing car break-ins. The six suspects are currently undergoing in-depth investigations by the National Police.
Captured & Published at: 2026-10-27 06:09:22 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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