Nursing Officer Robbed at SKMCH; Gold Chain and Ring Snatched While Returning Home Late at Night
Muzaffarpur, June 19, 2026
A shocking incident of robbery has been reported involving a nursing officer employed at the prestigious Shri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH) in Muzaffarpur. Mahima Kumari, a nursing officer, was targeted by miscreants while she was returning to her residence late at night after completing her duty at the hospital. The criminals snatched her gold chain and ring. The incident has caused panic among the hospital staff and the surrounding area.
Details of the Incident
According to the victim, Mahima Kumari, the incident occurred on the night of June 12. As she was walking toward her residence adjacent to the hospital campus after her shift, she was surrounded by miscreants who had been lying in wait. Before she could react, the perpetrators forcibly snatched her gold chain and ring. After committing the crime, the criminals took advantage of the darkness and fled the scene.
Stolen Items and Value
The victim stated that the total value of the stolen jewelry is estimated to be approximately ₹1.60 lakh (one lakh sixty thousand rupees). This included a high-value gold chain and a ring.
Police Investigation
Immediately upon receiving the information, the police arrived at the scene and gathered details regarding the case. Based on the victim's statement, the police have registered an First Information Report (FIR) under the relevant sections of the law.
The police have stated:
CCTV footage from the vicinity is being reviewed to identify the criminals.
Questioning of suspicious individuals seen around the crime scene is underway.
The police have assured that the accused will be arrested soon.
Questions Raised Regarding Security
This incident involving a female nursing officer at a critical institution like SKMCH has raised serious questions about the security arrangements within the hospital campus. Local residents and hospital staff argue that there are no robust security measures in place for staff returning from duty, especially for female employees. They noted that groups of suspicious individuals are frequently seen roaming around the hospital premises, yet the administration has failed to curb this behavior.
Hospital employees have demanded that the administration strengthen security both inside and outside the campus and increase police patrolling, especially during the night hours.
