Kidnapping and Robbery in Chennai: Investigations Underway
A 64-year-old jeweller from Karaikudi, Ravichandran, was kidnapped and robbed by a six-member gang on June 26 in Chennai. The gang, who approached him under the pretext of asking for an address, forced him into a car, threatened him with a knife, and sped away. Ravichandran was later pushed out of the moving vehicle near Porur, suffering injuries. The police have launched an investigation, collecting CCTV footage from nearby shops and commercial establishments to identify the vehicle used in the abduction. Three special teams have been formed to track down the suspects.
Key Takeaways:
- Ravichandran, a 64-year-old jeweller from Karaikudi, was kidnapped by a six-member gang on June 26 in Chennai.
- The gang forced Ravichandran into a car, threatened him with a knife, and sped away, relieving him of 132gm of gold jewellery, 31.5 lakh in cash, and 1.25kg of silver ornaments.
- Ravichandran was pushed out of the moving vehicle near Porur and suffered injuries.
- The case was registered at the Egmore police station, and three special teams were formed to track down the suspects.
- Investigations are progressing, and leads have been obtained from CCTV footage.
- The police are in the process of identifying the vehicle and individuals involved.
Statistics:
- Amount of gold jewellery stolen: 132gm
- Amount of cash stolen: 31.5 lakh
- Weight of silver ornaments stolen: 1.25kg
- Number of suspects: 6
Sources:
- Times of India
- Chennai City Police