A major theft has been reported at the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) office in Jamshedpur, India, where thieves broke open the safe and stole over Rs 55 lakh (approximately $75,000). The incident came to light when employees arrived at the office on Wednesday morning and discovered the safe’s lock broken, with cash missing and items scattered.
The police launched an investigation, finding that the thieves not only broke into the safe but also removed the CCTV DVR, erasing any potential footage of the crime. The authorities suspect that one or more individuals familiar with the office operations might be involved, given the ease and sophistication of the theft.
The theft occurred during an extended holiday period when the office remained closed for three days, and the accumulated cash could not be deposited. The police have begun questioning employees to determine who had access to the office keys and are examining all angles of the case. A forensic team has also collected fingerprints and other evidence from the scene.
To prevent similar incidents in the future, LIC officials have tightened security measures, including improving the office’s surveillance system. The police are treating this case as a high-priority investigation, with a search operation underway to trace the missing CCTV records. The authorities have urged anyone with information related to the case to come forward, and further updates are expected as the investigation continues. The theft has caused panic among the staff, with many expressing concerns over safety lapses in the office premises.