Chandrasekharpur Police have cracked two house-theft cases in Housing Board Colony and Kanan Vihar Phase‑I, recovering a large haul of stolen gold and silver ornaments, valuables, and cash.
Following complaints from residents, a special team led by SI J. Kerketta and ASI S. B. Sahoo launched an investigation. Suspicion fell on Priyanka Raul, a woman employed through a security agency at the affected houses. Verification of her belongings revealed several stolen items, which matched the missing property.
During interrogation, Raul admitted her involvement in the thefts. Police recovered a significant quantity of valuables, including 14 pairs of gold earrings, 12 gold rings, 4 gold chains, a gold Mangalsutra, silver ornaments, smart watches, and Rs 6,000 cash.
ADCP Sunaram Hembram confirmed the breakthrough and advised residents to verify the background of individuals employed through security agencies by checking with local police stations or DPO offices.
