Gold Ornaments Worth Rs 19.43 Lakh Snatched from Woman in Ahmedabad Auto
In a brazen early morning robbery in Ahmedabad, two unidentified men on a scooter allegedly snatched a handbag containing gold ornaments valued at approximately Rs 19.43 lakh from a 48-year-old woman traveling in an autorickshaw. The incident occurred in the Madhavpura-Bardolpura area on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Robbery
The victim, identified as Jyoti Chandak, a homemaker residing in Maninagar and originally from Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, had just returned to Ahmedabad after attending a family wedding. She arrived at Sabarmati railway station around 5 am with her son and hired an autorickshaw for the journey home.
At approximately 5:30 am, as the auto reached near a school in the Madhavpura-Bardolpura locality, two men on a scooter approached from the side. The pillion rider, described as a thin-built individual with his face covered, allegedly snatched Chandak's handbag and fled swiftly towards the Dariapur area.
Failed Pursuit and Investigation
The autorickshaw driver immediately gave chase in an attempt to apprehend the culprits. However, due to the darkness and the speed of the getaway vehicle, he lost track of them. The registration number of the scooter could not be noted, complicating initial identification efforts.
According to the formal complaint filed with the police, the stolen handbag contained not only gold ornaments but also a mobile phone. The total estimated value of the stolen property was pegged at a staggering Rs 19.43 lakh, highlighting the significant financial loss suffered by the victim.
Police Response and Ongoing Probe
Madhavpura police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident. Officers are currently sifting through CCTV footage from various points along the suspected route taken by the assailants. The footage is being analyzed meticulously to identify the accused and trace their movements before and after the robbery.
This case underscores growing concerns about street crimes in urban areas, particularly during early morning hours when visibility is low. Authorities are urging citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly. The investigation remains active as police work to recover the stolen valuables and bring the perpetrators to justice.
