The police in Kanpur have arrested six accused involved in a robbery case in which a salesman was looted of ₹3.9 lakh in cash and his scooter. The incident created panic in the area and highlighted concerns over street crimes targeting individuals carrying cash.
🕵️♂️ How the Crime Happened
According to police officials, the accused carefully followed the victim after he collected cash as part of his business work. The gang allegedly:
- Stopped the salesman by staging a minor road collision
- Threatened him and forcibly took ₹3.9 lakh in cash
- Escaped with the victim’s scooter
The robbery took place in a busy locality, but the accused fled quickly to avoid immediate detection.
🚓 Police Investigation & Arrests
- Police analyzed CCTV footage from nearby roads and shops
- Technical surveillance helped trace the movement of the accused
- All six suspects were arrested within a short time
- Part of the stolen cash, scooter, and mobile phones were recovered
⚖️ Legal Action
The accused have been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) related to robbery and criminal conspiracy. Police are further investigating whether the gang was involved in similar robbery cases in Kanpur and nearby districts.