In a brazen act that has sent shockwaves through the community, unidentified miscreants set fire to the Bogribari Sub-Post Office in Assam's Dhubri district late on Monday night. The incident occurred alarmingly close to a police outpost, raising serious questions about security.
Details of the Attack
According to police reports, the attackers first broke a window to gain entry into the government office under the jurisdiction of the Gauripur police station. Once inside, they thoroughly ransacked the premises. Important documents and other articles were damaged before the culprits set the building ablaze, presumably to destroy evidence.
Location Sparks Panic and Questions
The site of the crime has become a major point of concern. The sub-post office is located barely 100 metres from the Athani police outpost. Local residents have expressed deep anxiety and disbelief over how criminals could target a government installation in such close proximity to law enforcement personnel. This proximity has intensified the sense of panic in the area.
The fire was discovered on Tuesday morning when post office staff arrived to open the office for the day. They immediately alerted the police, who rushed to the spot and managed to extinguish the flames, preventing further damage.
Investigation and Aftermath
A postal inspector visited the charred site to assess the extent of the destruction. Officials have confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been formally lodged at the Athani Police Outpost. Police sources stated that the matter is under active investigation. A crucial part of the probe involves determining the exact value and nature of the materials destroyed in the fire.
Authorities are now working to piece together the sequence of events and identify the perpetrators behind this audacious attack on public property. The incident has highlighted vulnerabilities in the security of even government offices located near police facilities.
