Caught on CCTV: Armed Robbers Hold Customers Hostage, Loot Tanishq Showroom in Arrah in Broad Daylight

Ara: In a daring daylight robbery, a group of armed men stormed a Tanishq showroom in Bihar’s Ara and looted jewellery worth Rs 25 crore while holding staff and customers at gunpoint. The brazen act, captured on CCTV, took place just minutes after the store opened on Monday morning.

Masked Robbers Storm Showroom

The incident took place at around 10:30 am when five to six masked and helmet-wearing robbers barged into the showroom. CCTV footage shows them ordering customers and employees to stand with their hands up before swiftly clearing out jewellery from display cases into bags.

One staff member, unaware of the ongoing robbery, casually entered the room and was brutally assaulted by the criminals. The robbers also snatched the security guard’s firearm and held him hostage at gunpoint.   

Delayed Police Response?

According to showroom staff, they immediately hid and called the police, expecting a quick response since the nearest police station is just 600 metres away. However, an employee claimed that despite making over 25 calls, the police did not arrive in time, allowing the robbers to escape.

Encounter Leaves Two Criminals Injured

Following the heist, the robbers fled the scene but were later intercepted by the police near Ara. An encounter ensued, leaving two of the criminals injured.

Investigation Underway

Speaking to reporters, Bhojpur Superintendent of Police (SP) Raj confirmed that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the case.  He assured that efforts were underway to identify and apprehend all those involved in what is being called one of the biggest jewellery heists in Bihar’s history.