**Masked Men Loot Petrol Pump in Rajasthan’s Baran; Incident Caught on CCTV**
In the early hours of Monday, September 22, masked men looted the Ambika petrol pump in Baran, Rajasthan. The incident, which occurred around 2:15 am, was captured by the CCTV cameras installed at the petrol pump, and the video of the robbery has since surfaced online.
According to reports, five to six masked assailants overpowered a petrol pump employee and held him hostage during the robbery. In the viral footage, the men can be seen tying the employee’s hands and legs before fleeing the scene with approximately Rs 1,750 in cash, as reported by Aaj Tak.
**Baran Police Response**
Following the viral spread of the video, the Baran Police have responded promptly. Authorities have confirmed that a detailed investigation is underway, and officials are actively probing the incident. A manhunt operation has been launched to apprehend the accused individuals involved in this robbery.
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**Similar Incident in Saharsa, Bihar Earlier This Year**
This is not an isolated case. Earlier in February 2024, robbers also targeted a petrol pump at gunpoint in Saharsa, Bihar. The armed robbery was recorded on the petrol pump’s CCTV camera.
In that incident, four masked criminals arrived on two bikes at the Pooja Petrol Pump in Tiri, located in the Baijnathpur police station jurisdiction. They forcibly seized a cash bag containing ₹21,000 from the cashier before fleeing the scene. The local police continue to investigate the case.
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Incidents like these highlight the need for increased security measures at fuel stations and prompt law enforcement actions to ensure the safety of employees and customers alike.
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