Two unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly attacked a sleeping watchman with a stick and snatched his mobile phone in Jalandhar’s Central Town area late at night. The incident falls under the jurisdiction of Police Station 3 and has raised concerns over the safety of people working night shifts.
According to the victim, the accused approached him while he was resting during his night duty. They allegedly threatened him, searched his pockets for cash and fled after taking his mobile phone when they found no money.
Robbers Threatened Watchman With a Stick
Recounting the incident, the victim said he had been working as a watchman in the area for the past one-and-a-half years and had never experienced such an incident before.
He said two unidentified men arrived on a motorcycle late at night and forcibly woke him up. The accused allegedly demanded that he hand over whatever belongings he had, warning him against resisting.
One of the men was carrying a heavy stick and threatened to beat him. Fearing an attack, victim said he could not resist as the other accused searched his pockets for valuables.
Mobile Phone Snatched After No Cash Was Found
According to the victim, the accused found no cash during the search. They allegedly then snatched his mobile phone and fled the spot on their motorcycle.
The incident highlights the vulnerability of security guards who remain on duty through the night, often with limited protection against such attacks. Watchmen working in residential and commercial areas are responsible for safeguarding properties but can themselves become targets of crime.
Rising Concerns Over Safety in Central Town
The incident has added to concerns among local residents and traders over theft and snatching incidents in Jalandhar. The alleged attack on a watchman while he was resting during his shift has further raised questions about the safety of people working late at night.
The accused remain unidentified in the information available about the incident. Further details regarding police action and the investigation are awaited.
