North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: The morale of criminals is high in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand. Last night, armed miscreants created a ruckus near the toll plaza under Angada police station area. Targeting an XUV car rider, the miscreants not only looted but also opened fire to spread panic. After this audacious incident, sensation has spread in the entire area.
Eyewitness account of the incident: siege in film style
According to the information received, the victims were traveling in their XUV car when criminals stopped them near Angada toll plaza.
Robbery by force of arms: The criminals pointed a pistol at the victim and snatched his valuable mobile phone and other belongings.
Firing for Panic: On protesting or raising noise, the criminals fired in the air and in the direction of the car, narrowly missing the victim.
Escaped criminals: After the robbery and firing, the criminals took advantage of the darkness and escaped from the spot.
Police action: blockade and arrest
As soon as information about the incident was received, Angada police station and senior officials of the district reached the spot. Considering the seriousness of the matter, the police have taken the following steps:
Area cordoned off: All the exit points on Ranchi-Purulia road have been blocked.
Police checking CCTV: The footage of CCTV cameras installed in and around the toll plaza is being extracted so that the identity of the criminals and their vehicle can be traced.
Forensic Team: Empty shells have been recovered from the spot, which have been sent for investigation.
Increasing crime: Question on security of toll plaza
The occurrence of such incidents in busy and well-lit areas like toll plazas raises big questions on police patrolling. Local people say that as the evening approaches, the gathering of anti-social elements increases on this route, due to which the pedestrians always remain in fear.
Some tips for caution
Keep these things in mind when traveling on the highway at night:
Do not stop the car at any isolated place.
Keep your car windows closed even around toll plazas.
If any suspicious activity is noticed immediately 112 Or inform on local police number.
