New Delhi, February 07:Two unidentified motorcyclists robbed a jeweller in the capital after opening fire at him and one of his employees, police said today.
The incident took place in Peetampura at around 10 pm yesterday and the victims were identified as Ghan Shyam Garg and his employee Akash.
“They have been shot at and were rushed to a nearby hospital. They are in a critical condition. The jeweller has claimed a loss of cash and jewelery worth Rs 4.5 lakh,” a senior police official said.
The incident took place outside Shyam’s shop when he had locked his shop and was about to leave. “The duo tried to snatch the bag and when they resisted, they opened fire,” the official said.
Shyam suffered bullet injury on his neck and stomach, while Akash suffered bullet wound on his leg, he said.
–PTI