Theft in Brampton and missing persons in Nepal flood

In Brampton, Canada, a 78-year-old woman of Indian descent was robbed of gold jewelry valued at approximately $20,000 (1.3 lakh rupees) while out for a walk. The suspect approached the victim from a vehicle, gained her trust by touching her feet and hugging her, and then swapped her real gold necklace and bracelets for fake jewelry before fleeing. The victim, who has a heart condition, suffered significant emotional distress following the incident, which occurred in July but was only recently highlighted by the Toronto Police Service via CCTV footage.

Meanwhile, in Nepal, families of 55 missing Malaysians are entering their 33rd day of uncertainty following a glacial burst and subsequent flash floods that occurred on August 26. Relatives are seeking clarity from the Malaysian Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the status of their loved ones and whether any personal belongings have been recovered. The families report facing severe emotional and financial hardships as they await news on whether the missing individuals are alive.