Foiled Heist: Robbers Abandon Weapon After Firing Shots in Maharashtra
In Maharashtra's Palghar district, a failed robbery attempt occurred when a gang fired shots in a jewelry shop but fled without stealing anything, leaving their weapon behind. Police are investigating the incident, recovering the weapon for forensic analysis, yet no FIR has been filed so far.
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In a dramatic turn of events at a jewelry shop in Boisar, Maharashtra's Palghar district, a gang of robbers fired shots inside the establishment on Friday but made a hasty exit without claiming any loot. The attempted heist unfolded around 11.30 am in the bustling Ganesh Nagar area.
According to local authorities, the robbers stormed the shop, discharging two rounds. Miraculously, no one was injured in the incident. In their rush to escape, they abandoned a weapon on the scene, a development that has added a curious twist to the unfolding investigation.
The police were promptly informed, with a team swiftly arriving at the location to secure the weapon, which has now been sent for forensic analysis. Despite the audacious act, no FIR has been lodged yet, as investigators work tirelessly to piece together the sequence of events and apprehend those responsible.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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