Crime graph looks upward in Sivaganga district; locked homes are being targeted by miscreants
Sivaganga district is experiencing a surge in criminal activity, specifically targeting locked homes and lone workers in the region. Local police are investigating a series of robberies and have made initial arrests, though residents remain concerned about the rising crime rate.
Why it matters
The increase in property crime and violent robberies highlights local public safety challenges and the need for enhanced law enforcement presence in the district.
Locked homes in Devakottai, Manamadurai, Karaikudi and a few other locations are being targeted by robbers in Sivaganga district that in the last 30 to 45 days alone, series of house break-ins and waylaying had been reported.
The latest offence was reported in Kalayarkoil police station limits, where a masked-man robbed ₹ 20,000 cash from a petrol bunk staff on night duty. Police said that the bunk, owned by Joseph, situated in Puliyadithambam on Madurai-Thondi highway was targeted by the masked man. The staff identified as Ramesh, was a differently-abled person.
Brandishing a knife, the staff fearing risk to his life, handed over the cash bag. After taking away the money, the robber escaped in the cover of darkness. on Wednesday. Police have captured a few images from the CCTV and are on the look out for the accused.
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