Daring Daylight Robbery in Arrah, Police Engage in Shootout to Nab Suspects
March 10, 2025: In a shocking daylight robbery, a gang of armed robbers stormed a Tanishq showroom in Arrah, Bihar, looting ₹25 crore worth of jewellery and cash. The brazen heist occurred shortly after the store opened at 10:30 am on Monday, with five to six masked men overpowering security personnel and taking hostages at gunpoint.
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How the Heist Unfolded
✔️ The Attack:
- The robbers arrived in a car, parked across the street, and entered the showroom in pairs.
- Upon entry, they snatched the security guard’s weapon, assaulted him, and forced staff and customers to comply.
- The gang then methodically packed jewellery, including gold chains, necklaces, bangles, and diamonds, into their bags.
✔️ CCTV Footage:
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- Video footage shows the masked robbers ordering people to raise their hands while swiftly looting the store.
✔️ Showroom Employee Testimony:
- Security guard Manoj Kumar recalled how one of the robbers held a gun to his head before attacking him.
- Employee Rohit Kumar Mishra stated that staff members hid behind counters to protect themselves.
Police Response & Chase
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✔️ Immediate Investigation:
- The Bhojpur Superintendent of Police ordered vehicle checks across the district.
- CCTV footage was circulated to identify suspects.
✔️ Shootout & Arrests:
- Six suspects on three motorcycles were spotted near Babura Choti bridge and ordered to stop.
- The suspects opened fire on police, leading to a high-speed chase and exchange of gunfire.
- Two robbers were injured and arrested, while the police recovered two pistols, 10 cartridges, stolen jewellery, and a Pulsar motorcycle.
Delay in Police Response?
The showroom manager, Kumar Mrityunjay, expressed frustration over the police response:
🔹 “It was broad daylight, yet there was no immediate police intervention despite repeated calls.”
🔹 “Two of our executives were injured after being hit with revolvers.”
Ongoing Investigation
✔️ Jewellery Chain Involvement:
- Tanishq’s management is assisting police in evaluating the full extent of the losses.
✔️ Manhunt Continues:
- Authorities believe some suspects are still at large and are expanding search operations.
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