Basudevpur: Villagers in Palasahi under Sanakrushnapur panchayat in Bhadrak district foiled an armed robbery late Monday night, capturing two suspects and their getaway vehicle after a dramatic chase, police said.
According to police, four men carrying guns and sharp weapons entered the residence of Prafulla Lenka while his wife, Kamini, and daughter were inside.
The suspects allegedly tied them up, assaulted Kamini, and struck her head with a weapon before stealing more than 20 grams of gold jewellery.
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As the men fled in a Bolero SUV, Lenka returned home and raised the alarm.
Villagers chased the vehicle, throwing stones and blocking it near Lakshmidaspur Square. One suspect was beaten up and restrained, while two others escaped in the darkness.
The driver was also detained. Police from Nayakanidihi, Kasia Marine, and Chudamani Marine stations responded to the scene.
After jurisdictional discussions, the case was transferred to the Kasia Marine police. A scientific team from Bhadrak joined the investigation Tuesday morning.
The case (154/25) was registered. Two suspects, Ananta Nayak, 30, and Bharat Jena, 35, both from Bhandaripokhari police limits, were arrested.
They are produced in court Tuesday afternoon, said Kasia Marine inspector Sabitri Panda. Police said the investigation is in progress to trace the two absconding suspects.