Man Attempts Bank Robbery with a Toy Gun Wrapped in Plastic

A bank in Gijang, Busan, South Korea, was thrown into chaos when a man staged a daring robbery using a "gun" wrapped in black plastic—only for it to be revealed as a toy water gun with a dinosaur design.

According to a report by GMA Integrated Newsfeed, the suspect entered the bank wearing a mask and jacket and carrying an attache case.

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He quickly declared a holdup and pointed the supposed firearm at bank employees and customers. Unable to access the manager’s locked office, he demanded that the staff fill his bag with money.

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Surprisingly, he only asked for 50,000 won, roughly equivalent to just over P2,000.

As he forced people to kneel, a courageous man seized the opportunity to tackle the suspect, bringing him to the ground. Other individuals stepped in to restrain him until the authorities arrived.

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Upon closer inspection, the police discovered that the "weapon" was nothing more than a water gun designed to look like a dinosaur.

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"While some may find it laughable that a water gun was hidden inside the plastic bag, the situation was extremely tense at the time. It terrified our female employees and customers," a bank official shared.

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The 30-year-old suspect is now in police custody, though officials have yet to disclose his motive. Meanwhile, authorities plan to commend the bravery of the individual who subdued the suspect.