Armed robbery crimes

CCTV camera vital in fighting crime: Judge

Lae, the country’s second biggest city, has seen an increase of armed robbery cases in recent years.

The Lae National Court last week, in sentencing a former employee of the Lae International Hotel to 9 years for armed robbery, made this recommendation.

Justice Panuel Mogish said CCTV can give the best evidence of identification for the prosecution of offenders.

He said it is also timely that such security systems be installed on properties and buildings.