Sambalpur: Man Mistaken for Naked Thief Beaten by Locals, Rescued by Police
CCTV Captures Thief in Dhanupali Area
Sambalpur: In the Dhanupali police station area of Sambalpur, a thief who had been roaming naked in recent days was caught on CCTV cameras. The footage created panic among the residents, as the mysterious individual caused fear and unease in the locality. Despite efforts, the police were unable to trace the suspect for several days.
Suspected Thief Attacked by Locals
On the evening of the incident, a man dressed in a gamcha (a traditional cloth) was seen roaming in the area. Mistaking him for the thief, a group of young men attacked him, leaving him severely injured. The locals then informed the police about the incident.
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The police arrived quickly at the scene, rescued the injured man, and arranged for his medical treatment. However, the individual was unable to provide his identity as his mental state appeared unstable.
Current Status and Next Steps
The police have sent the man to a shelter center in Dhanupali for care and observation. Officials have stated that efforts are ongoing to identify him. The authorities will hand him over to his family once they confirm his identity. They have assured that they will take appropriate actions as they continue to investigate the case.
