India, April 9 -- The Pune police have booked a watchman and his accomplice in connection with a house break-in reported in the Market Yard area. The duo allegedly stole cash and valuables worth Rs.31.91 lakh from a residence.

The incident was reported on Sunday at around 2:24 to 4:37 am at a bungalow of the victim located in the Market Yard area.

According to police officials, the victim Harmit Singh Saluja (39), a businessman, was out of the city along with his family. The watchman, who was employed by the victim, took advantage of the situation to carry out the theft. He was aided by another individual in executing the break-in.

Police said, the duo entered the bungalow from the balcony and stole Rs.17,15,000 cash and gold ornaments...