MP: High alert issued after 2 men steal rifles, ammunition from Army camp

A high alert has been issued in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh after two unidentified people fleed with two INSAS rifles and 20 rounds of ammunition from the Pachmarhi Army Camp. The police have seized the taxi which was used by the accused to reach the Army camp.

Hoshangabad (Madhya Pradesh): Two unidentified people allegedly absconded with two INSAS rifles and 20 rounds of ammunition from the Pachmarhi Army Camp on Friday.

Speaking to the media, ML Chhari, SP, Hoshangabad, said, "We received information today morning that two unidentified suspects disguised as military officers had entered the Pachmarhi Army Camp and stole two INSAS rifles. The suspects were wearing black tracksuits and black caps."

He further stated that the suspects have arrived at the camp via a taxi from Pipariya town, and later returned to the Pipariya railway station after the theft.

"We have issued a high alert, and imposed blockades all over the area. The Railway department has also been informed of the situation and instructed to check all passengers, to help nab the accused," he said.

The vehicle allegedly used by the suspects has also been seized by the police.