Jeypore, Nov 14 (UDN): In a shocking incident in Odisha’s Koraput district, five armed miscreants allegedly held a family hostage for nearly four hours before fleeing with ₹25 lakh in cash and more than 400 grams of gold ornaments from their residence in Jeypore town.
The robbery took place on Friday night at the house of Satyanarayan Dalei in Lingaraj Nagar, triggering concern among residents over the safety of people in the locality.
According to the account of the incident, the accused knocked on the door and attacked Dalei when he opened it. They allegedly overpowered him, tied his hands and legs, and forced their way inside.
Family Threatened With Swords and Sharp Weapons
After entering the house, the miscreants allegedly threatened other family members with swords and sharp weapons, leaving them unable to resist.
The accused then searched the house and collected cash and gold ornaments. The family was reportedly kept under their control throughout the operation.
The robbers are said to have remained inside the residence for around four hours before escaping with the valuables.
Family Suspects Prior Recce
The family suspects that the accused may have surveyed the locality before carrying out the robbery, suggesting that the house could have been targeted after prior planning.
The incident has also prompted concerns among local residents, who have reportedly questioned the adequacy of police patrolling in the area.
Police Begin Probe to Trace Accused
Police have launched an investigation into the robbery and are working to identify and trace the five miscreants.
The exact circumstances surrounding the crime and the identities of those involved are yet to be established. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.