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Wheelchair-Bound Man's Purse Snatched in Broad Daylight in Zirakpur
Two people on a motorcycle allegedly stole a purse from Surendra Pal in Zirakpur.
Pal was using a wheelchair when the incident happened.
It took place in the morning in a residential area.
The purse had money, a phone, cards, headphones and important documents.
Pal reported the incident to the police.
Cameras in the area reportedly recorded the suspects.
Police are expected to study the footage and try to identify them.
Residents are worried about safety and want more patrolling.
They also hope the stolen items will be recovered.
Two unidentified youths allegedly snatched Surendra Pal’s purse around 10 a.m. Wednesday in Zirakpur’s Palam Enclave.
The suspects reportedly approached Pal on a motorcycle before fleeing with the purse.
The purse contained about ₹5,000, a mobile phone, credit cards, headphones, a PAN card and other documents.
CCTV footage reportedly captured the incident and may help police identify the suspects and trace their escape.
Residents are seeking stronger police visibility, regular patrolling and faster action against street-crime suspects.
- Who
- Surendra Pal was allegedly targeted by two unidentified youths.
- What
- A purse containing cash, a phone and documents was allegedly snatched.
- Where
- Palam Enclave in Zirakpur, Punjab.
- When
- Around 10 a.m. on Wednesday.
- Why
- The suspects allegedly targeted Pal while he was traveling to his institute; their motive was not otherwise stated.
Key facts
- Victim
- Surendra Pal, a wheelchair user
- Suspects
- Two unidentified youths on a motorcycle
- Approximate time
- Around 10 a.m. on Wednesday
- Stolen cash
- Approximately ₹5,000
- Other stolen items
- Mobile phone, credit cards, Bluetooth headphones, PAN card and other documents
- Evidence
- CCTV footage reportedly captured the incident
- Police status
- The victim approached police seeking action and recovery of his belongings
Sources
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