Two unidentified criminals robbed a Customer Service Point (CSP) operator of Rs 4.1 lakh in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district during a daylight incident, raising concerns about local policing and public safety. The victim, identified as Ramvinay Singh alias Guddu, was returning to his center after withdrawing cash from a bank when the robbery occurred near Mididih village under the Aurai police station’s jurisdiction around 11 a.m.
The criminals, wearing masks and riding a motorcycle, intercepted the victim on the Aurai–Katra road, threatened him at gunpoint, snatched the bag containing the cash, and quickly fled the scene. The robbery caused panic in the area, prompting a gathering of onlookers. Aurai Station House Officer (SHO) Raja Kumar Singh and his team arrived, recorded the victim’s statement, and initiated roadblocks in nearby areas to track the suspects.
An FIR has been filed against the two unknown individuals under relevant sections of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the Aurai police station. The SHO assured that investigations are underway, utilizing CCTV footage and conducting raids to apprehend the culprits. Traders and CSP operators in the region have expressed fear, leading to demands for increased police presence near banks and sensitive routes to deter future crimes.
Efforts are ongoing to identify and locate the robbers, with the local intelligence network activated to gather leads. The incident has sparked concerns among residents, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures in the Aurai and Katra areas.
