Police Thwart Dramatic Armed Robbery Attempt at Andhra Businessman’s Home
A high-stakes robbery attempt at the residence of Chandrasekhar, a prominent businessman in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, was foiled by police on Wednesday after a tense three-hour standoff.
A high-stakes robbery attempt at the residence of Chandrasekhar, a prominent businessman in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, was foiled by police on Wednesday after a tense three-hour standoff. The incident, unfolding on Gandhi Road, saw five armed robbers apprehended, with authorities seizing two firearms and rubber bullets. The operation revealed a shocking twist: a local furniture shop owner allegedly masterminded the crime.
The ordeal began around 6 a.m. when the robbers stormed Chandrasekhar’s home, adjacent to his store, Pushpa Kids World, which sells children’s clothing and toys. They fired shots into the air, injuring the businessman in the chaos. Alerted by residents, Chittoor police swiftly cordoned off Gandhi Road, deploying armed units to surround the property. Officers cautiously scaled the rooftop to confront the intruders, who were wielding weapons. Reinforcements from the Organisation for Counter Terrorist Operations (OCTOPUS) rushed from Tirupati to assist, though local police subdued the robbers before their arrival.
After a dramatic struggle, the five suspects were overpowered and arrested. Interrogation uncovered that the furniture shop owner, a local rival, had orchestrated the heist, hiring criminals from Karnataka and north India to target Chandrasekhar. The motive remains under investigation, but police suspect a business dispute may have fueled the plot. The seized firearms and rubber bullets suggest premeditation, though their full intent—whether intimidation or worse—is yet to be clarified.
The incident sent shockwaves through Chittoor, with Gandhi Road locked down during the operation. Chandrasekhar, recovering from his injuries, has not commented publicly. The arrested businessman and robbers are in custody, facing intense questioning. This swift police response highlights their coordination and resolve, averting a potentially graver outcome in this sensational case.