Hyderabad Robbery: Cloth Merchant Shot, Rs 6 Lakh Looted in Koti
In a shocking incident of armed robbery, a cloth merchant was shot and robbed of Rs 6 lakh in cash in the bustling Koti area of Hyderabad on Saturday morning. The victim, identified as Rinshad, sustained a bullet injury to his leg and is currently undergoing treatment at a local private hospital.
Details of the Armed Robbery Incident
The incident unfolded around 7 am when Rinshad, a native of Kerala who resides in Nampally and runs a cloth business, was on his way to deposit Rs 6 lakh at the State Bank of India's Hyderabad Main Branch in Koti. As he approached the bank, two armed assailants, who had been waiting nearby, suddenly opened fire on him. In the ensuing chaos, the robbers snatched his cash bag containing the substantial amount and swiftly escaped from the spot on a two-wheeler.
Police Response and Investigation
Alerted by the bank's security personnel, the Sultan Bazar police rushed to the scene immediately. They promptly shifted the injured merchant to a nearby private hospital for urgent medical attention. Senior police officials, including DCP Khairatabad Shilpavalli, visited the crime scene to oversee the investigation.
The police's clues team conducted a thorough forensic examination, collecting crucial evidence such as a shell casing and blood-stain samples from the spot. Based on initial findings, authorities have launched an intensive manhunt to apprehend the assailants involved in this brazen daylight robbery.
Background and Current Status
Rinshad, who hails from Kerala but has been living and working in Hyderabad's Nampally area, is known to be involved in the cloth trade. The robbery occurred in a typically busy commercial zone, raising concerns about public safety in the city. The victim's condition is reported to be stable under medical care, while police continue their investigation to track down the perpetrators and recover the stolen cash.
