In a daring daylight robbery, a gang of five armed men looted gold and diamond jewellery worth nearly Rs 4.5 crore from a showroom near the Hunsur Bus Stand in Mysuru, Karnataka, on Sunday afternoon. The entire heist was captured on the showroom’s CCTV cameras.
Robbers Brandish Firearms, Fire Warning Shot
CCTV footage shows the robbers entering the showroom, brandishing firearms and pointing them at staff and customers present inside. Employees are seen raising their hands or backing away in fear. One of the robbers is also seen firing a warning shot inside the showroom.
Jewellery Scooped Into Bags Within Minutes
The gang smashes and forces open glass display cases along the counters before quickly scooping gold and diamond jewellery into large black bags they had brought along. Staff members are forced at gunpoint to stay back and comply as the robbers execute the heist.
Gang Flees Showroom After Loot
After stuffing the bags with jewellery, the robbers hurriedly exit the showroom and flee the scene. At the time of the robbery, around seven to eight staff members were inside the shop, while some others were out for lunch.
Robbery Occurred at Sky Gold and Diamonds
According to various media reports, the robbery took place at Sky Gold and Diamonds between 1.30 pm and 2 pm on Sunday. The showroom had reportedly opened in April this year.
Police Examine CCTV, Probe Underway
Police officials said CCTV footage from the showroom is being closely examined, and statements of staff members are being recorded as part of the investigation. Authorities added that security arrangements at the jewellery store will also be reviewed, and a thorough probe is underway from all angles.
