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In a daring robbery, a gang of armed robbers struck at Manappuram Gold Loan office in Sambalpur in broad daylight on Friday, and carried out a meticulously planned heist. The robbers are said to have decamped with an enormous amount of gold jewellery, estimated to be worth several crores of rupees after holding the employees and customers hostage at gunpoint.
The robbery in broad daylight has caused significant unrest and fear among the local residents. This has not only shocked the town of Sambalpur but also heightened concerns over security at financial institutions across the region.
“The robbers who entered the gold loan office and took employees and customers’ at gunpoint were said to be 10 in number and were armed with pistols, sharp-edged knives, swords and other weapons. An equal number of robbers are believed to be outside the office building while the others looted the jewellery,” sources said.
Local law enforcement, including the Sambalpur District Police, have launched an intensive investigation. The local police are scanning the CCTV footage in the area and questioning the employees to gather evidence and identify the robbers responsible for this brazen act.
The police have increased patrols and urged local residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
In light of the incident, questions have been raised about the existing security measures at gold loan offices in the area. Authorities are being urged to strengthen protections to prevent such incidents in the future.
The robbery has left everyone in a state of anxiety, with residents calling for prompt action to bring the perpetrators to justice. There is a general consensus that more robust security and law enforcement are required to ensure the safety of local businesses and communities.
