Bilaspur: In a major success for law enforcement, police have cracked the ₹3.35 crore jewelry robbery case that took place in Bilaspur’s Sarkanda police station area. The accused were arrested following a swift, coordinated operation that extended into Mirzapur, where a brief encounter occurred during a joint operation with Uttar Pradesh Police.
One Accused Injured in Police Encounter
During a vehicle chase in Mirzapur, the suspects allegedly opened fire on the police team. In retaliatory action, one accused sustained a bullet injury to the leg, while the remaining suspects surrendered on the spot. The injured accused has been hospitalized and is under police custody. A total of four accused have been arrested.
Police Swung Into ‘Get-Set-Go’ Mode After the Robbery
Immediately after the robbery, Bilaspur Police activated a “get-set-go” strategy. Ten special investigation teams were formed to probe the case from multiple angles. Beat officers were mobilized at the ground level to collect local intelligence and track suspect movements.
The recovery of the robbed vehicle near Gram Urtum gave crucial momentum to the investigation.
High-Tech Surveillance Played a Key Role
Police analyzed hundreds of CCTV footage clips from city and peripheral areas. Advanced technical methods were deployed, including:
- Mobile tower dump analysis
- Identification of suspicious phone numbers
- Fingerprint matching with the NAFIS (National Automated Fingerprint Identification System) database
These technological inputs helped establish clear links to the accused.
Stolen Vehicles Used in the Crime
The investigation revealed that all vehicles used in the robbery were stolen:
- The motorcycle involved was stolen from Mainpat on February 13
- A white Eco van was stolen a day before the incident from Akaltara police station limits
CCTV footage further showed the accused tailing the jeweler in a Scorpio SUV before executing the robbery and fleeing.
Active Monitoring by SSP Rajnesh Singh
Despite being on leave, Rajnesh Singh, SSP of Bilaspur, remained in constant touch with senior officers and closely monitored the investigation. Clear task allocation, strong inter-team coordination, and decisive leadership ensured the operation remained effective. IG-level supervision was also maintained, while district-level execution was led under the SSP’s guidance.
Inter-State Coordination Ensured Swift Arrests
Real-time intelligence sharing with Uttar Pradesh Police enabled seamless coordination. The suspects were tracked and intercepted in Mirzapur, leading to the encounter and arrests.
Beat System and Tech-Driven Policing Prove Effective
The case highlights the effectiveness of beat-based policing combined with digital surveillance. Rapid response, strong local intelligence, and technological analysis ensured quick identification and arrest of the culprits, even across state borders.
Next Steps
Following a press briefing in Mirzapur, the accused will be produced before the court. Bilaspur Police will then bring them back on production warrants. Official confirmation regarding recovery of the stolen gold and cash is awaited.
The swift and coordinated action in this high-value robbery case sends a strong message: Bilaspur Police remain alert, technology-driven, and firmly committed to maintaining law and order.