Ponda: Thieves decamped with gold worth around Rs 15 lakh in a burglary at Vasudev Naik’s house in Narlakond-Khandepar, Ponda, on Thursday. The house was locked as family members were away. This is the second burglary in the neighbourhood within a fortnight, triggering panic among residents.The incident came to light when the house owner, Vasudev, returned home in the evening.Vasudev left for work in the morning as usual. The thieves entered by breaking the back door and opened two cupboards inside the bedroom.They stole various items, including Bajubandh (arm ornaments), Patlyo (bangles), gold chains, rings, and earrings, along with cash — totalling Rs 15 lakh.Ponda police conducted an investigation. Forensic experts and a dog squad examined the site.Similarly, a burglary occurred about a fortnight ago in Par-Usgao, hardly 2km away, in a similar manner.
