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Crime
Armed Men Attempt Robbery of Elderly Man Outside Gurdwara in Jalandhar, CCTV Shows
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🗓 02 Sep 2026, 04:36 PM
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CCTV footage captured a group of armed men trying to rob an elderly man outside a Gurdwara in Jalandhar. Police have been alerted to the incident.
Jalandhar, Punjab – Surveillance cameras recorded a brazen attempt by several armed individuals to rob an elderly pedestrian outside a Gurdwara on the city’s main thoroughfare. The footage shows the men approaching the victim, brandishing weapons, and demanding his belongings before being interrupted.
Witnesses reported hearing raised voices and seeing the confrontation, after which the assailants fled the scene. Local authorities were notified promptly, and a police team arrived to secure the area and collect the video evidence.
Investigators are reviewing the CCTV recordings to identify the perpetrators and determine any further leads. The incident has raised concerns among residents about safety around places of worship, prompting calls for increased patrolling in the vicinity.
No injuries were reported, and the elderly man was able to seek assistance from nearby bystanders. Police have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
The case remains under active investigation, with officials emphasizing that such criminal acts will be pursued vigorously under the law.
Witnesses reported hearing raised voices and seeing the confrontation, after which the assailants fled the scene. Local authorities were notified promptly, and a police team arrived to secure the area and collect the video evidence.
Investigators are reviewing the CCTV recordings to identify the perpetrators and determine any further leads. The incident has raised concerns among residents about safety around places of worship, prompting calls for increased patrolling in the vicinity.
No injuries were reported, and the elderly man was able to seek assistance from nearby bystanders. Police have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
The case remains under active investigation, with officials emphasizing that such criminal acts will be pursued vigorously under the law.