Four Suspects Steal Cash From Penonomé City Treasury
Four criminals stole money from the Penonomé mayor’s office treasury in Coclé. The treasurer was left stable and no physical struggle occurred during the robbery.
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Four criminals stole money from the Penonomé mayor’s office treasury in Coclé. The treasurer was left stable and no physical struggle occurred during the robbery.
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