A 40-year-old laborer from Orange Walk Town is now in police custody following an attempted armed robbery at a local convenience store. Oscar Arnolfo Calderon, residing on San Ignacio Street, has been formally charged with attempted robbery after a thorough investigation by local authorities.
The incident unfolded on the morning of December 9th when the proprietor of Bangladesh Minimart reported a disturbing encounter with a masked assailant. According to official police statements, the suspect entered the commercial establishment brandishing a metal pipe and subsequently lifted his shirt to display what the victim perceived to be a concealed firearm. The quick-thinking store owner managed to escape the premises unharmed and immediately alerted law enforcement.
Police investigators meticulously examined surveillance footage from the vicinity, which provided crucial evidence leading to the identification of a suspect. This visual evidence enabled authorities to secure a judicial search warrant for Calderon’s residence. During the executed search operation, officers recovered multiple items of evidence that allegedly connect the suspect to the attempted robbery.
The Orange Walk District police have emphasized their commitment to combating violent crime in commercial areas and have reassured local business owners of continued vigilance. This case marks another success in the region’s ongoing efforts to enhance security measures and respond decisively to criminal activities targeting local enterprises.