Thieves Steal Cash and Jewelry Worth Rs 16 Lakh from Locked House
Key Points:
- Surekha Satpathy’s residence in Chhota Sijulta village targeted by thieves
- Family attending nephew’s engagement ceremony when burglary occurred
- Police examining CCTV footage and investigating the case thoroughly
SERAIKELA – Burglars broke into a woman teacher’s house in Seraikela. They stole cash and jewelry worth Rs 16 lakh.
The incident occurred at Chhota Sijulta village. The village is located near Hata area. Surekha Satpathy works as a teacher.
The family had locked their house. They left at 11:30 am for Imperial Hotel. Nephew Suraj Nanda’s engagement ceremony was the occasion.
However, thieves struck during their absence. The burglars broke open the main door. They also smashed the almirah completely.
The family returned home around 5 pm. They found the door wide open. The almirah was broken into pieces.
Moreover, jewelry boxes lay scattered everywhere. All boxes were empty. Cash amounting to Rs 1.5 lakh was missing.
“We discovered the theft immediately upon returning,” Satpathy stated. Valuable ornaments had been stolen systematically. The total loss exceeded Rs 16 lakh.
In addition, the family informed Rajnagar police station. Officers rushed to the crime scene promptly. They initiated a detailed investigation immediately.
Furthermore, police are examining nearby CCTV cameras. Footage from surrounding areas is being analyzed. Investigators hope to identify the culprits soon.
The burglars had planned the operation carefully. They knew the family’s absence schedule. The theft was executed methodically.
Besides, police are questioning local residents. They are gathering information about suspicious movements. Any unusual activity is being documented.
The crime occurred in broad daylight hours. The thieves worked between 11:30 am and 5 pm. They had approximately five hours for the operation.
Meanwhile, forensic teams collected evidence from the scene. Fingerprints are being lifted from broken furniture. Door locks are being examined for clues.
The stolen jewelry included several valuable items. Gold ornaments formed the major portion. Diamond pieces were also taken away.
On the other hand, neighbors reported no suspicious activity. No one noticed the break-in occurring. The thieves maintained complete stealth throughout.
