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Crime
Patna Burglars Seize 1 Crore Rupees, Hold Wife Hostage for Two Hours
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 09:33 PM
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Armed robbers broke into the house of late businessman Dhierendra Pratap Singh in Patna, stole about ₹1 crore, and held his wife hostage for two hours before fleeing.
Armed burglars entered the residence of the late businessman Dhierendra Pratap Singh in Patna during the monsoon season. The suspects, reportedly armed, broke into the house and stole an estimated ₹1 crore worth of valuables. They also took the businessman’s wife hostage, holding her captive for approximately two hours before escaping.
Police were alerted by neighbors and arrived at the scene within minutes. Officers secured the premises and began a search for the suspects, but the robbers had already fled. The police are currently investigating the incident and have urged the public to come forward with any information.
The victim’s family has expressed shock and anger over the brazen robbery. They have requested a swift investigation and assurance that justice will be served.
Police were alerted by neighbors and arrived at the scene within minutes. Officers secured the premises and began a search for the suspects, but the robbers had already fled. The police are currently investigating the incident and have urged the public to come forward with any information.
The victim’s family has expressed shock and anger over the brazen robbery. They have requested a swift investigation and assurance that justice will be served.