Local sources in Afghanistan’s Samangan Province say that on Tuesday evening, a jewelry shop in the Kholm District of the province was targeted in an armed robbery by unidentified individuals.
According to these sources, two armed men wearing clothing similar to Taliban uniforms entered the market and, after threatening the shop owner, took away a significant amount of gold.
Witnesses said the attackers quickly entered the area and created fear and disorder in the market. According to them, after carrying out the robbery, the individuals left the scene without any direct confrontation with local residents.
Local sources added that the amount of stolen gold is estimated to be around two kilograms, although the exact figure has not yet been officially confirmed.
Residents and several shopkeepers have expressed concern over the increase in such incidents and called for stronger security measures in crowded marketplaces.
They also said that the attackers’ use of clothing resembling Taliban security forces has increased public fear and anxiety.
Writer:Salima Aryaei
