A sensational incident in Delhi’s most crowded and commercially important area Chandni Chowk on Monday afternoon shocked the people. Three armed miscreants not only fired in a well -known jewelery showroom located in front of Katra Neel, but escaped by looting Rs 35 lakh in broad daylight.
There was a stir in the area as soon as the incident was reported. There was an atmosphere of fear among local traders and common citizens. Police reached the spot and started investigation and efforts are on to arrest the miscreants.
The crook entered the showroom with weapons
According to the information, at around 2:30 pm on Monday afternoon, some miscreants entered a jewelery showroom located in Katra Neel area of Chandni Chowk. He had weapons and started firing as he entered.
The customers and employees present in the showroom started running around due to fear.
The intention of the miscreants was clear – he had come to rob the money and for this he opened fire fearlessly.
Looted money from cashier
Investigation has revealed that a crook went directly towards the cabin of the showroom cashier Vicky Jain (40 years). He shot at the glass door and entered inside. He picked up the cash by scaring Vicky, with around Rs 35 lakh.
Meanwhile, two other miscreants monitored the main doors and stairs of the showroom, so that no one could come in or go out. The entire robbery was carried out in a few minutes, after which the three crooks escaped from the spot.
Police received PCR call
Soon after the incident, the showroom owner informed the police. Police Station Lahori Gate received a PCR call in the afternoon that there was a robbery in the jewelery showroom in Katra Nil of Chandni Chowk.
As soon as the information was received, the police team reached the spot and inspected the spot.
Police said that Vicky Jain told him that three miscreants carried out the incident. One went to the office inside, the other stood on the stairs outside and the third was monitoring near the entrance of the showroom.
CCTV footage and forensic team active
Police have seized footage of the showroom and nearby CCTV cameras. It is expected that the cameras can find pictures of miscreants and clues of their identity.
Forensic team has also been called on the spot to collect the bullet shell, fingerprint and other evidence.
Fury and fear among traders
The incident took place in one of the safest places in Delhi. Chandni Chowk is not only a historical area but also a major center of business activities.
In broad daylight, the robbery and firing have spread panic among the traders here. The local trade board has demanded the police administration to increase the security system.
Police claim – arrest will be made soon
Police officials have assured that the miscreants will be caught soon. A senior official said,
“We have found some important clues. With the methods of incident and CCTV footage, we will soon arrest the accused.”
conclusion
This incident of robbery and firing in high-secure area like Chandni Chowk shows that criminals are now becoming fearless from the police. This incident not only raises questions on law and order, but also increases concern about the safety of ordinary citizens and traders.
It remains to be seen how fast the police can catch these miscreants and whether such incidents can be curbed or not.
