Kanpur: In a daring heist, burglars made off with valuables worth approximately Rs 50 lakh from a residence in Kanpur's Sachendi locality late Saturday night. According to police, the perpetrators gained entry by scaling the rear wall and accessing the roof before latching the rooms from the outside, effectively trapping the family members inside throughout the night.
Details of the Incident
The crime came to light on Sunday morning when the family awoke to find the latches on their room doors bolted from the outside. Upon breaking free, they discovered that the burglars had stolen a significant amount of cash and jewellery. The stolen items include around Rs 2.5 lakh in cash, 22 tolas of gold, and 1.5 kilograms of silver.
According to the complaint filed by the family, the intruders first broke the lock of an upper room, where they collected the jewellery and cash kept there. They then proceeded downstairs, where they forced open an almirah and a locker, making off with the valuables stored inside. The thieves also ransacked other rooms in the house, taking additional items before fleeing the scene.
Police Response and Investigation
Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) SM Qasim Abidi stated that a call was received on the emergency number 112, prompting a swift response from personnel at the Sachendi police station. A forensic team and Assistant Commissioner of Police (Panki) Manoj Singh also arrived at the scene to initiate the investigation.
Abidi confirmed that a case has been registered and an investigation is underway. He added that police are thoroughly scanning CCTV camera footage from the surrounding area to identify the suspects. "We are confident that the case will be solved soon," he assured.
Community Concerns
The incident has raised concerns among local residents about security in the area. Many have called for increased police patrolling and better surveillance measures to prevent such occurrences in the future. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
This bold robbery highlights the need for heightened vigilance, especially during the night. Homeowners are advised to ensure that all doors and windows are securely locked and to consider installing security systems such as alarms and cameras.
