Yerevan, July 21, 2025 – A theft of a significant amount of money was reported in Yerevan on June 30, 2025. At approximately 8:00 PM, the Shengavit Police Department of the General Department of Community Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia received information about a large sum of money stolen from a house on Katovsku Street, as reported by Shamshyan.com.
Details of the Theft
A 67-year-old Yerevan resident, Aziz B., informed officers of the Shengavit Police Department that on the same day, she noticed that her deceased husband’s son, Irfan Hanceb, a Turkish national, had stolen 2.4 million Armenian drams and 500 US dollars from her address. According to her statement, Hanceb left for the customs office at 3:00 PM on the same day.
Police Investigation Initiated
Documents regarding the incident have been prepared by the Shengavit Police Department and transferred to the Shengavit Investigative Department of the Yerevan City Investigative Department of the Investigative Committee of the Republic of Armenia. The investigation is ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding the theft and to apprehend the suspect.
Context of Other Events in Armenia
This incident occurs amidst a series of high-profile events in Armenia. Recently, the Spanish Prime Minister’s plane en route to Yerevan made an emergency landing in Ankara. French President Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also arrived in Armenia for state visits, highlighting the country’s growing diplomatic engagement.
Furthermore, Yerevan is currently hosting the European Political Community Summit, with leaders like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever participating. There have also been protests in Yerevan by Artsakh Armenians advocating for democracy and rights in Armenia, coinciding with the summit.
Ongoing Developments
The city is experiencing a dynamic period with various political and social activities. The theft case adds to the daily news, reminding citizens of the importance of security and law enforcement in the bustling capital. Authorities continue to address both local issues and international engagements.
Source: https://news.am/hy/news/895394
