Housemaid among three arrested for theft in Seeb
According to a statement issued by the Royal Oman Police (ROP), the suspects were caught in possession of stolen gold items and cash during the operation.
Authorities confirmed that legal procedures are currently underway.
The Royal Oman Police urged residents to remain cautious and to report any suspicious activity, reaffirming their ongoing efforts to safeguard communities across the Sultanate.
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