Sialkot police recover more than 2kg of gold stolen from jeweller’s house

Sialkot Police have recovered more than two kilograms of gold worth millions of rupees that was stolen during an armed robbery at a jeweller’s residence following a prompt search operation.

Sialkot Police have recovered more than two kilograms of gold worth millions of rupees that was stolen during an armed robbery at a jeweller’s residence following a prompt search operation.

The recovery was made after the suspects abandoned the stolen valuables in agricultural fields while attempting to escape police pursuit. However, the individuals involved in the robbery remain at large and police teams are conducting raids to arrest them.

According to a Punjab Police handout issued on November 6 two armed suspects entered the jeweller’s house early in the morning using a ladder. They held an employee hostage at gunpoint stole gold worth millions of rupees and escaped.

The incident was reported to police through Emergency Helpline 15. Taking immediate notice Sialkot District Police Officer (DPO) Dost Muhammad directed police teams to trace the suspects and recover the stolen valuables.

Following his instruction the DSP Sambrial the relevant Station House Officer (SHO) and other police personnel reached the location cordoned off the area and launched a search operation.

During the operation the suspects reportedly abandoned the stolen gold in nearby agricultural fields before fleeing. Police teams searched the area and successfully recovered the entire quantity of gold.

Special teams have now been formed to track down the suspects while raids are being conducted at different locations to secure their arrest.

The affected jeweller thanked Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Police for recovering the stolen gold within a short time. He also appreciated the officers for their prompt response.

DPO Dost Muhammad said protecting the lives and property of citizens and traders remained the police force’s top priority. He expressed confidence that the suspects would soon be arrested and brought to justice.

Inspector General of Police Punjab Abdul Kareem also praised the Sialkot Police team describing the recovery as evidence of its professional capabilities and timely response.

He reiterated that Punjab Police would continue taking action against criminal elements to protect citizens and their property.