Two boys arrested in armed robbery in capital region

Wednesday 28th August 2024 on 07:23 in Iceland

Two boys under the legal age have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that took place in the capital region late last night. Police received reports that the boys threatened a young individual with a knife and stole personal belongings.

The boys were taken into custody after midnight and are currently being held for investigation, in coordination with child protection services. Authorities also dealt with another group of youths who broke into an abandoned building. These individuals were transported to a police station, and child protection has been alerted regarding the incident. One of the youths involved in this break-in is expected to be charged with a firearms offense after a knife was discovered in their possession.

The police have emphasized their ongoing efforts to ensure safety regarding such juvenile incidents, stressing the importance of swiftly addressing any threats to young individuals in the community. As investigations continue, local authorities are working closely with child welfare agencies to ascertain the circumstances surrounding these incidents and to provide support where necessary.

Source 
(via ruv.is)