Naxalbari, 13th July: Taking advantage of an unattended house, a group of thieves allegedly stole gold and silver jewellery worth lakhs of rupees along with lottery tickets from a residence in Babupara area of Naxalbari.
According to reports, house owner Tapan Ghosh had been away from home for the past two days. On Sunday night, the area experienced a power outage due to rain, and the miscreants allegedly used the opportunity to carry out the theft.
The incident came to light after local residents noticed that the door of the house was open and informed the house owner’s elder brother. Upon entering the house, they discovered that it had been burgled.
The thieves allegedly broke open an almirah and fled with gold and silver jewellery worth around lakhs of rupees along with lottery tickets. Naxalbari Police reached the spot after receiving information.
A written complaint has been filed in connection with the incident, and police have started an investigation.