Siwan Traders Stole 1 Lakh Rupees by Fake Police Officers, Police Probe Underway

The incident unfolded on Saturday when two youths, claiming to be police officers, approached trader Shambhu Barnawal near the Belhatta Pokhara Moord in Siwan. They allegedly requested a search of his premises and, under the pretext of inspecting documents, managed to take Rs 1 lakh in cash. Police have released CCTV footage of the encounter and are using it to identify the suspects. Local police officials said they are coordinating with the Siwan district police to locate and arrest the perpetrators. Similar cases of fake police officers scamming traders have been reported in other parts of Bihar, prompting authorities to increase vigilance and public awareness.