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Burglary at DRDO residential complex in Delhi; Scientist loses cash, jewellery

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A burglary has been reported at the residential complex of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in north Delhi, where thieves allegedly decamped with jewellery, cash and other valuables worth several lakhs of rupees from the flat of a woman scientist, police said on Tuesday.

The incident took place inside the high-security complex in the Timarpur area, they said.

According to police, the scientist had left for Chandigarh on May 15 to meet her family. When she returned on May 23, she found the house ransacked and valuables missing.

The stolen items included Rs 15,000 in cash, foreign currency, jewellery, including a necklace set with earrings, bangles, chains, and rings, among others, and three watches.

The exact value of the stolen items is being assessed, though it is estimated to run into several lakhs of rupees.

Police said a case has been registered at Timarpur police station and an investigation has been initiated. Crime and forensic teams inspected the spot and CCTV footage from the residential complex and surrounding areas is being examined to identify the accused.

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Police suspect the accused may have conducted a recce before targeting the house. No arrests have been made so far.

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