A late-night robbery attempt led to a serious attack on a father and son in Nayagarh district.

Late Night Robbery Attempt in Nayagarh Father and Son Seriously Injured in Knife Attack

A violent robbery attempt took place late at night in Gochhabari village under Nuagaon Sahi police outpost in Khandapada area of Nayagarh district.
Four or more robbers came with weapons and broke the back door and grill lock of the house. They entered the house when the family was sleeping.
The house belongs to retired teacher Purna Chandra Parida. When his wife tried to stop them and called family members, the robbers pushed her and entered the house.

The elder son tried to catch one robber. During this, the robbers attacked him with a knife on his head and neck. They also attacked Purna Chandra Parida on his head and shoulder. After the attack, the robbers fled from the spot.

Both father and son were badly injured and covered in blood. They were first treated at Nuagaon Sahi Community Health Center. Due to serious condition, the son was later shifted to Nayagarh District Hospital for further treatment.

After getting the information, Khandapada police inspector Krutibas Hari Chandan and team, along with SI Shankar Kumar Padhi from Nuagaon Sahi police outpost, reached the spot and started investigation.Police also continued the investigation in the morning.The weapon used in the robbery has been seized.

Local people said they were shocked and scared after hearing about the incident. Some villagers said they heard noise late at night but did not come out due to fear. Neighbors rushed to the house after the attack and helped take the injured father and son to the hospital. Many people said such an incident has never happened in the village before. They are now worried about safety and are asking for more police patrolling in the area.