Armed Robbery at Colon Bank: Over $29,000 Stolen

Over $29,000 Stolen from Bank Employees in Colon, Panama A significant robbery occurred in Colon, Panama on June 5th, 2025, targeting employees of the Colon Agricultural Development Bank. The incident took place near Rio Gatun, resulting in the theft of over $29,800 according to preliminary reports from the bank's employees. Police units, including the DIJ (Judicial Investigation Department) and paramedics from the 911 service, quickly responded to the scene. "At this hour, we are informed of an alleged robbery of employees of the Agricultural Development Bank in this province," reported a TVN Noticias journalist on-site. "The police investigation is ongoing." The video shows multiple police vehicles and numerous officers at the location. A bank employee is seen visibly distressed while speaking with authorities. While no arrests have yet been announced, the investigation is underway, and the Fiscalía (Public Prosecutor's Office) has opened an inquiry into the incident. The stolen funds, amounting to more than 29,800 balboas, were reportedly being transported in an official bank vehicle.