A wave of panic gripped the Nivaranpur locality of Ranchi late at night after a petrol bomb was hurled at the office of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). As word of the attack spread, fear took hold among residents in the surrounding area, who quickly alerted the police. Officers from the police and the administration rushed to the spot as soon as the information came in.
Two Attackers Arrived In A Car At Night
According to preliminary information, two unidentified men reached the vicinity of the RSS office late at night in a car. They are accused of throwing a petrol bomb in the direction of the office and then speeding away from the scene. It was the local people present nearby who first witnessed the incident and reported it to the police.
Sadar DSP Reaches Spot, Area Cordoned Off
Once the news broke, a large police force led by the Sadar DSP arrived at the site of the incident. The police have cordoned off the entire area and begun their investigation. Evidence is being gathered from the spot, and footage from CCTV cameras installed nearby is being examined closely so that the car and the men inside it can be identified.
Police officials say the initial probe has made it clear that a petrol bomb was indeed thrown at the office. However, the actual reason behind the attack is yet to be established. Officers say the case is being investigated keeping every angle in mind.
Workers Anxious, Security Stepped Up
The attack has left RSS workers and people in the locality visibly worried. Given the situation, additional police personnel have been deployed around the office. Officials have assured that those responsible will be identified and arrested soon.
Raids On, Appeal For Calm
Police are currently questioning people in the neighbourhood and have launched raids in search of the absconding attackers. The investigating team claims the entire case will be cracked shortly. Meanwhile, the administration has appealed to people not to pay heed to any kind of rumour and to maintain peace in the area. This is a fresh development, and TrendKia will keep updating the story as more information emerges.
