A woman and a minor girl attempted to rob a jewellery store in Patna, Bihar, on June 13, 2026, using pepper spray against the owner. The robbery attempt was foiled due to the swift response of the jeweller, who was able to raise an alarm and alert local residents. The CCTV footage from the store captured the events, showing the accused entering the shop wearing face masks while pretending to browse for jewellery.

During the engagement with the jeweller, one of the suspects allegedly produced a small bottle of pepper spray and sprayed it in the man’s face. This drastic action triggered an immediate response, with the jeweller managing to fend off the attackers, which allowed him to escape the shop and call for help.

The situation escalated as bystanders and local residents gathered outside the store following the jeweller’s alarm. The urgency of the scenario led to heightened emotions among the crowd, which resulted in a further confrontation with the suspects.

Aftermath and Crowd Reaction

As the commotion unfolded, another bystander reportedly filmed a video showing a woman entering the jewellery store and confronting the assailants. In the footage, she can be seen physically attacking the two individuals, reflecting the escalating anger from the gathered crowd towards the accused. Both suspects faced considerable hostility from the local residents.

One suspect managed to flee the scene amid the chaos, but the other was apprehended by the crowd and subsequently handed over to the police. The police were quick to arrive at the site to manage the situation and secure the area.

Law enforcement officials reported that a bottle of pepper spray, a small knife, and a mobile phone were recovered from the suspects. The police placed the apprehended suspect in custody as they began a detailed investigation into the incident. The second suspect, who initially escaped, was later located by the authorities and taken into custody as well.

Legal Proceedings and Police Investigation

A case has been officially registered against both suspects for their alleged involvement in the attempted robbery. The police have stated that investigations are ongoing to explore all aspects of the incident. Officers will review the recorded CCTV footage to gather additional evidence that could assist in the proceedings.

Local residents expressed relief over the swift reactions of the jeweller and those who gathered to assist, highlighting the strong sense of community vigilance. This robbery attempt reflects broader issues related to safety within urban areas, where similar incidents have been reported in the past.

The police emphasised the importance of cooperation between citizens and law enforcement to ensure greater community safety and urged the public to remain vigilant against potential criminal activities. Officials are set to hold a community meeting to discuss safety measures and crime prevention strategies moving forward.

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