Bhubaneswar, Oct 7 (UDN): A truck driver and two other persons were allegedly robbed at knifepoint by a group of miscreants on NH-16 near Jamujhadi Chhak in Balasore district on Wednesday.

The incident reportedly occurred under the jurisdiction of Simulia police station when the truck, carrying vegetables from Bhubaneswar towards West Bengal, was intercepted by a group travelling in a black Scorpio.

Scorpio Intercepts Truck

According to the victims, the Scorpio followed the truck before overtaking and stopping it on the highway.

The occupants of the SUV allegedly threatened the three persons inside the truck with knives and attacked them before taking away their belongings.

The driver alleged that the attackers numbered around five to six and forcibly took Rs 5,000 from them. The miscreants also allegedly damaged the truck during the incident.

Victim Secretly Records Video

During the confrontation, one of the youths travelling in the truck reportedly managed to secretly record a video of the Scorpio.

The alleged robbers noticed the recording and subsequently fled the area, according to the victims.

The truck driver then stopped other vehicles passing along the highway and sought assistance.

Police Reach Spot

On being informed about the incident, police reached the location and rescued the three victims.

The victims subsequently provided details about the alleged robbery and the vehicle used by the suspects.

Police are reportedly looking into the circumstances of the incident and examining the available video footage to identify those involved.

Further details regarding the investigation and the identity of the alleged robbers are awaited.