Kanchan Jewellers Heist: Police Nab Final Suspect, Gang Dismantled
Singrauli police have arrested the final suspect in the Kanchan Jewellers robbery and shooting case, dismantling an interstate gang.
The Singrauli police have successfully closed the net on the perpetrators of the daring robbery and shooting at Kanchan Jewellers. In a coordinated operation, authorities arrested the sixth and final absconding suspect, Rahul Kumar, from the Jabalpur railway station, bringing an end to a high-stakes manhunt that spanned multiple states.
The Heist: A Calculated Attack
The crime, which sent shockwaves through the Jayant area, was not a random act but a meticulously planned operation. Investigations revealed that the robbery was orchestrated about a month in advance under the leadership of the primary accused, Roshan Sweeper.
To ensure their getaway and maintain anonymity, the gang first traveled to Garhwa, Jharkhand, where they stole two Apache motorcycles at gunpoint. These vehicles were later used to execute the raid on the evening of September 17, 2026.
Violence at Bajrang Complex
The gang targeted Kanchan Jewellers, located within the Bajrang Complex in Jayant. The robbery turned violent when the shop owner attempted to resist the intruders. The criminals assaulted the owner and opened fire, wounding an employee identified as Rahul Vishwakarma.
After the shooting, the suspects fled the scene, carrying away a significant haul of gold and silver jewelry, along with approximately 2.5 lakh rupees in cash.
The Manhunt: A Multi-State Operation
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Police, specialized teams were deployed to track the fugitives. The investigation became an interstate pursuit, with raids conducted across Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
The police utilized a combination of technical evidence, meticulous CCTV footage analysis, and close coordination with police forces in neighboring states to track down the gang. While five suspects were apprehended in the initial phases of the investigation, Rahul Kumar remained at large.
The Final Capture
The breakthrough came when the police received secret intelligence that Rahul Kumar had returned from Chennai and was attempting to flee once again. Acting swiftly, the Jayant police, in collaboration with the Singrauli Cyber Cell and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Jabalpur, intercepted and arrested him at the Jabalpur railway station.
Recoveries and Results
Following the arrest of Rahul Kumar, police recovered a substantial amount of stolen property and weaponry, including:
- 11 pieces of gold jewelry
- Two silver idols
- Stolen cash
- One country-made pistol and ammunition
With all six suspects now in custody, the Singrauli police have effectively dismantled a major interstate gang responsible for the violent heist.