Pune: Couple robbed of gold jewellery worth Rs 4.95 lakh while stopping for vada pav | WATCH

New Delhi: In a shocking incident in Pune, an elderly couple had their gold jewellery, valued at ₹4.95 lakh, stolen while they paused to buy vada pav after visiting a bank. The brazen theft took place on Thursday outside a vada pav shop in the Shewalewadi area.

Jewellery stolen during quick snack break

After completing their banking work, the couple decided to stop for a quick snack. While the husband went to get the vada pav, a robber took advantage of their distraction and made off with the valuable gold jewellery they had with them. The unsuspecting couple did not realize the theft had occurred until it was too late.

CCTV footage of the incident surfaces

The entire robbery was caught on CCTV cameras, which clearly captured the moment the jewellery was stolen. The footage is now being used by the police as part of their investigation into the incident. Authorities are confident that this evidence will help them identify and apprehend the thief.

A couple's gold jewellery valued at ₹ 4.95 lakh was stolen while they paused to buy vada pav after picking it up from a bank. The incident took place on Thursday outside a vadapav shop in Shewalewadi.#goldchain #shewalewadi #Pune #punepolice #robbery pic.twitter.com/oFYGmuTso4

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Police launch investigation

The Pune police have registered a case and are actively investigating the matter. Officers are urging the public to remain vigilant, especially when carrying valuable items in public spaces, to avoid falling prey to such incidents.

This incident highlights the need for increased awareness of personal security, even during routine activities. The Pune police are working diligently to track down the culprit and recover the stolen jewellery, while urging others to take precautions when handling valuables.