Four individuals have been arrested in Delhi in connection with the Sambalpur Mannapuram Gold Finance heist case, marking a significant breakthrough in the investigation.
Identified as Vikash Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar Paswan from Bihar, along with Yash Anand and Piyush Raj from Patna, these suspects are believed to be close aides of Subodh Singh, the alleged mastermind. Despite being incarcerated in Kolkata’s Alipore Central Jail, Singh reportedly orchestrated the crime through his widespread criminal network.
The robbery took place on January 3, 2025, with the culprits escaping with gold worth approximately ₹20 crore. A meticulous plan divided the heist into roles involving planning, logistics, execution, and disposal, making it challenging for law enforcement to piece together the puzzle.
Sambalpur SP Mukesh Bhamoo stated that the stolen gold is suspected to have funded the acquisition of sophisticated firearms, as authorities have already recovered 14 pistols linked to the accused.
The suspects have a history of involvement in major gold heists across states such as Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. While eight individuals are currently in custody, efforts continue to recover the stolen loot.
This case underscores the resilience of law enforcement in tackling organized crime and brings hope for justice to those affected.
