In a major daytime robbery in Gujranwala, unknown thieves managed to steal pine nuts (chilgoza) valued at Rs3.85 million. The incident has prompted police to register a case and launch investigations.
Pine nuts are considered a high-value commodity due to their cost, sensitivity, and perishable nature. The theft has raised serious concerns among traders in the region.
According to details, the robbery took place a few days ago. CCTV footage has now emerged showing three suspects openly carrying six sacks of pine nuts and fleeing the scene. The footage has become a key piece of evidence for police.
Following the theft, a case was registered at Model Town police station. Investigations are underway, with authorities working to identify the culprits and recover the stolen goods.
The affected trader expressed dissatisfaction with the initial FIR. He stated that the police recorded the loss as Rs350,000, while the actual value of the stolen pine nuts is Rs3.85 million. He demanded that the FIR be corrected to reflect the true value, and that immediate action be taken to apprehend the thieves.
Police officials confirmed that the suspects are being identified using the CCTV footage. They assured the public that arrests will be made soon and efforts to recover the pine nuts are ongoing.
Traders and residents have urged authorities to take strict measures, warning that thefts of high-value items like pine nuts could harm business confidence in the area.
This incident highlights the risks involved in transporting and storing expensive commodities. Authorities are reviewing security measures to prevent similar robberies in the future.
The Gujranwala police remain committed to ensuring that those who steal pine nuts or other valuable goods are brought to justice.
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