Trusted Domestic Worker Robs Elderly Durgapur Woman; Arrested with Brother, Arms

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News18•02-01-2026, 22:59
Trusted Domestic Worker Robs Elderly Durgapur Woman; Arrested with Brother, Arms
- •An elderly woman in Durgapur was robbed of jewelry and 24,000 rupees on December 27, as reported by Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Gupta.
- •Police arrested Sanjay Ojha, the victim's domestic worker of 20 years, and his brother Shivnath Ojha, for orchestrating the theft.
- •Sanjay Ojha exploited the long-standing trust placed in him by the elderly homeowner to plan and execute the robbery.
- •Authorities recovered all stolen gold and silver jewelry along with the 24,000 rupees cash from the accused.
- •Shivnath Ojha faces an additional charge under the Arms Act after police found a locally made firearm and ammunition.
Why It Matters: Trusted domestic worker betrayed 20 years of loyalty, robbing elderly Durgapur woman; arrested with brother.
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