Alone on Bengaluru streets? This shocking robbery Is a wake-up call

Bike-borne robbers threaten 70-year-old man with a knife, snatch ₹10,000 and flee; CCTV captures entire incident, police launch hunt.

Bengaluru witnessed a shocking early-morning robbery after bike-borne criminals targeted an elderly man walking alone to work. The incident took place near Agrahara Dasarahalli under the limits of Magadi Road Police Station, raising concerns about safety for people travelling alone at night and early hours.

The victim, identified as Siddamadu, a senior citizen and flower vendor, was on his way from Agrahara Dasarahalli to City Market at around 3.20 am to purchase flowers for his daily business. He usually sells flowers using a hand-pulled cart.

As Siddamadu walked alone, two unidentified men riding a motorcycle followed him. They suddenly intercepted him, brandished a knife, and held it against his neck. Threatening him with severe harm, the attackers forcibly snatched ₹10,000 in cash before fleeing the scene.

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The entire robbery was captured on nearby CCTV cameras, which clearly recorded the movements of the criminals and the attack. The footage has now become crucial evidence for the investigation.

Following the incident, Siddamadu lodged a complaint at the Magadi Road Police Station, where a robbery case has been officially registered. Police teams have launched a manhunt and are scanning CCTV footage from multiple locations to identify and trace the accused.

Officials have warned that individuals walking alone during late-night and early-morning hours are being increasingly targeted by criminals on motorcycles. The police have intensified patrolling in the area and urged citizens to remain cautious.