In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a 45-year-old woman lost her life on today morning, following a brutal chain-snatching attack in Huskur village, near Nelamangala. The victim, identified as Jyoti, was reportedly attacked while performing her daily morning chores, highlighting a terrifying surge in bold, daylight crimes in the Bengaluru rural district.
The Fatal Morning Encounter
The incident occurred around 5:30 AM when Jyoti, a resident of Huskur, stepped out of her home to sweep the front yard. According to local reports, two unidentified men on a motorcycle approached her under the cover of the early morning dimness.
Without warning, the pillion rider sprayed an unknown chemical substance directly into Jyoti's face. The spray was reportedly so potent that it caused immediate respiratory distress and temporary blindness. While Jyoti was incapacitated and gasping for air, the criminals lunged forward and forcefully yanked her 70-gram gold mangalsutra (traditional wedding chain) from her neck.
The Immediate Aftermath
The force of the attack and the chemical reaction caused Jyoti to collapse instantly. Family members, who rushed out upon hearing muffled sounds, found her lying unconscious on the ground. She was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Nelamangala. However, despite medical efforts, doctors declared her "brought dead," citing suspected cardiac arrest or asphyxiation triggered by the spray and the trauma.
Police Investigation and Public Fear
The Madanayakanahalli Police have registered a case of robbery and murder. Preliminary investigations suggest that the attackers may have been tracking the victim's routine.
- Forensic Analysis: Jyoti’s body has been shifted to Victoria Hospital for an autopsy to determine the exact nature of the spray used and the cause of death.
- CCTV Hunt: Police teams are currently scanning CCTV footage from the Bengaluru-Mumbai highway and surrounding village roads to identify the bike and the suspects.
- Rise in Crime: Residents of Nelamangala and Dasanapura have expressed deep concern, noting that this is the third major chain-snatching incident in the area in the last two weeks.
A Pattern of Violence
This tragedy marks a dangerous shift in the tactics used by local criminals. The transition from simple "snatch-and-run" to the use of debilitating sprays indicates a higher level of aggression. Local community leaders have called for increased police patrolling during early morning and late evening hours, especially in residential pockets like Huskur and Jyoti Nagar.
Safety Tips for Residents
In light of this incident, police have advised residents particularly women to:
- Avoid wearing heavy gold jewelry when stepping out alone in the early morning.
- Be vigilant of slow-moving motorcycles with two riders.
- Report any unfamiliar individuals loitering in the neighborhood to the local station immediately.
The loss of Jyoti has left the Huskur community in mourning and serves as a grim reminder of the deteriorating security situation on the outskirts of the city.
