Madurai Tanishq showroom staff find 20kg gold stolen. Then they notice opening in lift shaft

On Wednesday night, a significant theft of gold jewelry occurred at the TATA Tanishq showroom located on Bypass Road in Madurai. The exact value of the stolen gold ornaments has yet to be determined. It was only after the employees arrived for work on Thursday morning that the heist was discovered. Senior police officials, including Commissioner of Police S. Rajendiran, immediately responded to the crime scene.

The showroom had only recently opened, with ongoing construction work, including wiring, and scaffolding still present on the premises, as reported by a police officer. According to the Commissioner, a single masked individual entered the showroom via an open vent intended for lift operation on the terrace. All the gold jewelry that was on display was taken during the robbery.

Despite the remaining intact jewelry, the showroom staff is still estimating the extent of the stolen items, as stated by Mr. Rajendiran. The burglary took place even though security personnel were present outside. Forensic experts and sniffer dogs have been deployed to assist in the investigation.