A daring daylight snatching incident created panic in a busy city area after miscreants looted a gold chain from a shop owner and fled the scene.

The incident took place at the 2nd crossing of Ramnagar 6 Road. According to local sources, two youths arrived in the area on a motorcycle. While one of them waited outside on the bike, the other entered the shop posing as a regular customer.

The accused reportedly engaged the shop owner by asking to see various items and pretending to make a purchase. Taking advantage of the distraction, he suddenly snatched the gold chain from the owner’s neck and ran out of the shop. He quickly mounted the motorcycle where his accomplice was waiting, and the duo sped away within moments.

The entire incident was captured on the shop’s CCTV camera. The footage suggests that the snatching was carefully planned.

Police have collected the CCTV footage and launched an investigation to identify and trace the accused. The incident, which occurred in broad daylight in a busy locality, has triggered fear among traders and residents. Questions are being raised about the city’s security arrangements.

Local residents have demanded the immediate arrest of the culprits, strict punishment, and increased police patrolling to prevent such incidents in the future.