https://theworldwatch.com/tags/robbery/ Sun 02 Aug 2026 05:35:22 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1618121/failed-in-seconds-the-currency-exchange-robbery-that-backfired-spectacularly/
New video shows how the alleged robber was apprehended inside a currency exchange in Sosúa, Dominican Republic. A new video captured by security cameras inside the Arvelo Currency Exchange, in the La Unión neighborhood of Sosúa, shows the moment the alleged robber tries to leave the establishment. He is subdued by employees, the owner, and several community members, who manage to hold him until the arrival of the National Police. According to available information, during the alleged robbery attempt, a taxi driver was shot in the leg while passing through the area. The detainee, preliminarily identified by the nickname "El Compa," was handed over to the authorities for further legal proceedings. ]]> Thu 30 Jul 2026 11:40:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1618121/failed-in-seconds-the-currency-exchange-robbery-that-backfired-spectacularly/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1618053/the-most-tragic-part-of-the-incident-is-that-the-black-parasite-is-still-breathing/
GASTONIA, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A man and woman have been charged after falsely reporting a shooting, which detectives unveiled using gunshot detection receivers, according to the Gastonia Police Department. At 7:17 a.m. on Sunday, July 12, officers responded to the QuikTrip on the 1800 block of W. Franklin Blvd about a man who was shot. When they arrived, they found 57-year-old Cedric Ford suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. ]]> Tue 28 Jul 2026 21:16:02 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1618053/the-most-tragic-part-of-the-incident-is-that-the-black-parasite-is-still-breathing/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617767/orlando-diner-shares-video-of-group-dine-and-dash-with-300-bill/
<div>The black mother who made her family walk out on a $300 restaurant bill in Orlando, Florida, has been identified as Adeliah Jones, a resident of Flint, Michigan, who is vacationing in Florida.</div> <div> </div> <div>It would be a shame if we ended their vacation.<br /><br />Surveillance footage from At The Diner on Universal Boulevard shows the party eating together before leaving in waves, with one fetching the car and a woman briefly lingering as if to pay. The restaurant called it out on TikTok on July 19, saying it happened again and needs to stop, as these incidents hit small businesses hard by raising menu prices. Social media users identified a possible ringleader from Flint, Michigan, named Adeliah Jones, though neither authorities nor the diner have confirmed it, and no arrests have been reported as of July 21.</div> ]]> Tue 21 Jul 2026 09:56:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617767/orlando-diner-shares-video-of-group-dine-and-dash-with-300-bill/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617661/there-s-a-hero-in-all-of-us/
A young employee of a warehouse, located on the border of the San Martín and El Progreso neighborhoods, prevented the robbery of his business by throwing bottles at it, and his brave reaction was captured on video . The incident occurred this Thursday minutes after 7 p.m., when a supposed customer, just over 20 years old, entered the business, located on Fortunato de la Plaza Avenue and Matteoti Street, and in a threatening manner, demanded the money from the cash register from the employee. “ When I saw him come in like that with his face half covered, I realized he was going to rob me, so I had no choice but to react like that. Honestly, I didn't plan it, it was instinctive ,” Bruno told 0223 . Then, as seen in the security camera footage, it all happened in a matter of seconds: the employee, who was seated, suddenly stood up, grabbed a bottle of wine from the counter, and fought off the robbery . The thief could only run but was caught on the sidewalk. ]]> Fri 17 Jul 2026 23:31:29 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617661/there-s-a-hero-in-all-of-us/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617363/retired-policeman-fatally-shoots-robber-who-attacked-him-and-wife-with-replica-gun/
Gerli, Buenos Aires, Argentina A 71-year-old retired police officer and his wife had just withdrawn money from the bank when they were confronted by two men, one of whom approached them on foot as his accomplice stood by on a motorcycle. CCTV footage captured the struggle with the thieves. At one point, as a result of the tug-of-war, the woman falls to the ground, but she and her husband continue to hold onto the bag in which they presumably carried the money. One of the criminals pulled out what appeared to be a firearm and proclaimed "I'm going to hurt you, I'm going to hurt you, don't you understand I'm going to hurt you?" The retired policeman fell on the ground, but he was able to grab his weapon and fire two shots at the robber's chest. The accomplice sped off on his bike. The robber tried to follow him, but ended up collapsing. It was later revealed that the object he used to threaten the couple was a metal replica of a 9mm pistol ]]> Thu 09 Jul 2026 09:22:05 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617363/retired-policeman-fatally-shoots-robber-who-attacked-him-and-wife-with-replica-gun/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617015/father-and-son-robbed-by-teen-after-meeting-up-for-facebook-marketplace-deal/
SHOCKING: A father and son met up for a Facebook Marketplace deal in Houston and ended up robbed at gunpoint, their truck stolen by a teen suspect. The victim said he underestimated the suspect because he looked like a “little kid,” but police later chased down and arrested the teen, who is now charged with aggravated robbery. ]]> Sat 27 Jun 2026 16:38:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1617015/father-and-son-robbed-by-teen-after-meeting-up-for-facebook-marketplace-deal/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1616783/survival-instincts-of-a-gold-fish/
The slowest door close ever… and she left the keys in it ]]> Sat 20 Jun 2026 13:57:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1616783/survival-instincts-of-a-gold-fish/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1616294/marine-gets-into-a-fight-with-teens-who-tried-to-rob-him/
Maryland ]]> Thu 04 Jun 2026 23:47:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1616294/marine-gets-into-a-fight-with-teens-who-tried-to-rob-him/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615835/burglars-crash-car-into-gas-station-steal-atm-in-chicago/
Burglars targeted a BP gas station in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood early Tuesday morning. Chicago police said a group crashed an SUV into the gas station in the 4300 block of South State Street just after 4:15 a.m. Polie said the group then took an ATM before fleeing in another vehicle, leaving the SUV at the scene. No injuries were reported. ]]> Tue 19 May 2026 23:37:04 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615835/burglars-crash-car-into-gas-station-steal-atm-in-chicago/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615710/shop-assistants-tackle-crowd-of-feral-youths-stealing-clothes-from-jd-sports-store/
The teenage girl shop assistants at the Ilford store try their best to stop the youths as they charge up the escalator dropping clothing behind them. ]]> Mon 18 May 2026 00:02:20 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615710/shop-assistants-tackle-crowd-of-feral-youths-stealing-clothes-from-jd-sports-store/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615390/employee-emptied-the-cash-register-before-walking-out-the-job/
Memphis ]]> Sun 10 May 2026 18:11:03 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615390/employee-emptied-the-cash-register-before-walking-out-the-job/ https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615352/criminals-try-to-rob-3-pretty-jewelers/
<div>An attempted robbery at a jewelry store mobilized Military Police teams on Thursday morning (7), in Redenção. The incident took place at an establishment located on Avenida Brasil.</div> <div> </div> <div>According to reports, two armed men entered the store and announced a robbery. Security cameras recorded the entire incident. In the footage, one of the suspects is seen holding the employees at gunpoint while pointing a firearm at the saleswomen.</div> <div> </div> <div>During the crime, a person who was behind the counter reacted and surprised the robbers. Faced with the situation, the criminals abandoned the attempt and fled the scene without taking anything.</div> ]]> Sat 09 May 2026 07:45:22 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615352/criminals-try-to-rob-3-pretty-jewelers/