Ludhiana, Jan. 31 -- A gang of robbers allegedly looted two filling stations in Machhiwara area at gunpoint on Thursday and fled with nearly Rs.75,000, officials said.

Police said they are working to track the accused.

In the first incident, the robbers struck Benipal Kisan Seva Kendra on Samrala road.

According to the complaint, the robbers arrived in a white car, got fuel and paid. However, they shortly drew a pistol and threatened the employees.

The accused snatched Rs.40,000. An employee carrying more cash escaped after pushing the robbers. Officials said the accused attempted to force another staff member into the filling station's office to steal more cash but failed.

Shortly afterwards, the gang targeted Mahavira Filling Stati...