Burglary Spree Targets Unoccupied Homes in Birgunj, Jewelry Stolen

Birgunj. Incidents of theft targeting unoccupied homes, including gold, silver, and other jewelry, have surfaced in the Birgunj Metropolitan City area. On Magh 12, gold and silver worth approximately NPR 5 million were stolen from the house of Shyamkishore Lal Karna near the road leading to NI College in Birgunj-15.

Taking advantage of the absence of residents, three unknown individuals fled after stealing gold and silver jewelry valued at that amount. On Magh 13, a complaint was filed at the District Police Office, Parsa, regarding the theft of gold and a watch of unconfirmed value from the house of Birendra Singh on Link Road in Birgunj-14. These two recent incidents highlight the pattern of theft targeting homes when residents are away in Parsa, focusing on gold, silver, and other ornaments.

Deputy Superintendent of Police and Spokesperson for Parsa Police, Haribahadur Basnet, stated that thefts targeting unoccupied homes for gold, silver, and other jewelry have occurred. "In the last few days, two theft complaints have been received around the Birgunj Metropolitan City," he said. "We are currently continuing the search for the perpetrators using the available resources and methods at our disposal."

Police Spokesperson Basnet noted that investigations indicate most thefts occurred by exploiting the opportunity when homes were empty. "We request the general public to inform the local police if all members of their household have to go out, if possible. Upon receiving such information, the police will increase surveillance and arrange necessary security measures," he said.

Spokesperson Basnet asserted that the police are seriously investigating the two theft cases. As of the third week of Magh in the current fiscal year, 26 cases related to theft have been registered in Parsa district. Among them, 44 defendants have been arrested, while nine defendants remain at large.

Thirteen defendants involved in the thefts have been sent into custody pending trial, while 24 defendants were released on bail. Parsa Police reported that six recently arrested accused individuals involved in theft are currently under investigation after their remand period was extended by the court.

In the last fiscal year 2081/82, 38 theft cases were registered in Parsa. Among them, 55 defendants were arrested, and eight defendants remained at large. Of the accused arrested for involvement in theft, 17 were sent into custody pending trial, while 36 were released on bail. Two defendants were released on general bail.