In a shocking incident in Anand city, a robbery took place at a locked house on Vidyanagar Road. The incident occurred last Monday night while the homeowner, Shitalbhai Vishnubhai Chhotabhai, was away on a trip with family. The thieves targeted the empty house, breaking the main door’s iron grill to gain entry. They stole valuables worth ₹8.25 lakh, including gold and silver jewellery and cash.
Shitalbhai lives in Chandramouli Society with his wife, Jagriti, and their son. They own farmland in Umreth and decided to go on a trip. Family members, including Shitalbhai’s sister Hetalben and brother-in-law Vishalbhai, visited them in Anand before the trip. They brought valuable items and cash but could not take everything with them. So, the family stored the cash and valuables in a locker on the upper floor of their house.
On Monday morning, around 8:30 AM, as the family was preparing to leave, the thieves struck. They broke into the house and forced open the locker in the bedroom. The stolen items included a pair of gold bangles worth ₹2.25 lakh, ₹6 lakh in cash, and other valuable jewellery belonging to the family.
Early in the morning at around 5 AM, a neighbour named Nareshbhai Thakore saw three suspicious men escaping from the house. He quickly informed Shitalbhai, who rushed back home with his family to check. Upon their arrival, they discovered the burglary and immediately contacted the Anand city police. Police arrived at the scene, collected the complaint from Shitalbhai, and began their investigation into the crime.
This incident highlights the growing concern for safety in Anand, especially when residents are away from home. With more families going on trips, it is crucial for homeowners to take precautions to secure their properties.
Anand, known as the milk capital of India, is a vibrant city with a rich history and a growing economy. It is part of the Charotar region and is famous for its dairy industry, particularly the Amul cooperative. The city has various educational institutions, making it a hub for students from all over India.
As the investigation continues, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities in their neighbourhood. This robbery serves as a reminder of the importance of community awareness and the need for enhanced security measures in residential areas.
Local police have assured the public that they are working diligently to apprehend the culprits. They are reviewing CCTV footage from the area and conducting door-to-door inquiries to gather more information. Residents are hopeful that this incident will lead to improved safety measures in the community, ensuring that such incidents do not happen in the future.
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