A Singapore court has sentenced an Indian national to more than two years in prison for his involvement in the theft of a 4.95-carat diamond from a jewellery store. The case involved the disappearance of the valuable gemstone from the Singapore-based outlet.
According to the case details, the accused was found responsible for stealing the diamond, leading to criminal proceedings in Singapore. The court subsequently handed down a prison sentence of more than two years for his role in the theft.
The incident has drawn attention because of the high value of the stolen diamond and the international nature of the case. Authorities in Singapore continue to take strict action against theft and other offences involving high-value jewellery and luxury goods.