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Crime
Nine Arrested in Gujarat Refinery Heist After Employee Killed, Rs 1.53 crore Gold‑Silver Recovered
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🗓 16 Oct 2026, 03:16 AM
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Police have detained nine suspects in connection with a robbery at a Gujarat refinery where a staff member was shot dead; authorities recovered gold and silver worth Rs 1.53 crore.
A robbery at a refinery in Gujarat turned violent when an employee was shot dead during the theft. Law enforcement agencies responded swiftly, securing the crime scene and launching a manhunt for the perpetrators.
Investigators identified nine individuals believed to be involved in the heist. All nine were arrested in the days following the incident after coordinated raids across the state.
During the operation, police recovered gold and silver items estimated at a value of Rs 1.53 crore, which are believed to have been the primary motive behind the robbery. The recovered valuables have been handed over to the refinery management for verification.
Authorities have opened a formal case under sections relating to murder, robbery and possession of stolen property. The investigation remains ongoing to determine any wider criminal network behind the attack.
The refinery has resumed limited operations, while officials assure workers that security measures have been strengthened to prevent future incidents.
Investigators identified nine individuals believed to be involved in the heist. All nine were arrested in the days following the incident after coordinated raids across the state.
During the operation, police recovered gold and silver items estimated at a value of Rs 1.53 crore, which are believed to have been the primary motive behind the robbery. The recovered valuables have been handed over to the refinery management for verification.
Authorities have opened a formal case under sections relating to murder, robbery and possession of stolen property. The investigation remains ongoing to determine any wider criminal network behind the attack.
The refinery has resumed limited operations, while officials assure workers that security measures have been strengthened to prevent future incidents.