Theft in Patna Police Colony Raises Security Concerns After ₹7 Lakh Jewelry Heist

Brief By Newsbrief / 9:14 AM on 11 Apr 2026

A shocking theft in Patna’s Gardanibagh police colony has raised serious concerns over security in one of the city’s supposedly safest areas. Burglars targeted the residence of retired engineer Rajeev Ranjan Singh while he was away in Pune with his wife for medical treatment. Upon returning, the family found the house ransacked and valuables missing.

What has alarmed authorities is that the main lock remained intact, suggesting the thieves entered through the balcony and executed the theft quietly. Stolen items include gold chains, rings, and silver ornaments, with total losses estimated at around ₹7 lakh.

Police reached the spot soon after the complaint and have registered a case. A forensic team has been deployed, and CCTV footage from nearby areas is being scanned for clues. The incident has triggered fear among residents and raised questions about security arrangements in high-profile localities.