Masked Criminals on Bikes Loot Ranchi Petrol Station, Threaten Women Employees
In a brazen late-night robbery, six unidentified miscreants armed with sharp weapons looted approximately Rs 59,500 from a petrol station in the Pundag area of Ranchi on Sunday. The bike-borne criminals stormed the Dina fuel station near Sahu Chowk, threatening women employees on duty and making off with the cash.
Details of the Sudden Attack
The six assailants, wearing masks and helmets, arrived at the fuel station on two two-wheelers. They caught the staff completely off guard with their sudden, aggressive entry. The employees, faced with the threat of violence from the armed criminals, were forced to hand over the cash kept at the station. The entire incident unfolded quickly, with the criminals fleeing the scene shortly after securing the money. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the robbery.
"The six of them stormed the fuel station wearing masks and helmets in two two-wheelers. The staff were caught off guard by the sudden attack and were forced to hand over the cash kept at the station. The criminals fled the scene soon after. However, no injuries were reported in the incident," stated Pundag outpost in-charge Sanjeev Kumar on Monday.
Police Investigation Underway
Police responded promptly after being informed of the incident, arriving at the spot and launching a thorough investigation. Authorities are meticulously reviewing CCTV footage from the petrol pump and surrounding areas in an effort to identify the perpetrators and track their movements.
"We have been investigating CCTV footage from the petrol pump and nearby areas to identify the miscreants and nab them. Efforts are also underway to track their movement and possible escape routes," added the station-in-charge.
Security Concerns Highlighted
Despite the fuel station being equipped with an adequate number of CCTV cameras, a significant security gap was revealed. The in-charge noted that the establishment lacks dedicated security personnel to guard the premises, potentially making it a vulnerable target for such criminal activities.
This incident has raised concerns about the safety of fuel stations and their employees, especially during night shifts. The police investigation continues as they work to apprehend the masked criminals and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
