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Nov 13, 2026 7:15 PM - Connect Newsroom - Ramandeep Kaur with files from The Canadian Press
Two women have been charged with robbery and assault following two separate violent shoplifting incidents in downtown Vancouver on Thursday afternoon.
According to police, the first incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. at a clothing store near Granville and Robson streets. A 60-year-old woman allegedly stole clothing and left without paying. When a security guard attempted to stop her, she became violent and assaulted the guard's hand.
About an hour later, a second incident occurred at an electronics store in the same area. A 43-year-old woman allegedly stole a speaker and attempted to flee. When a security guard confronted her, she attacked his arm with a weapon, causing injuries, and threatened to kill him before fleeing the scene.
Both women are currently in custody.
