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- Published: August 3, 2023 14:17
New Delhi: In a heroic act caught on video, a Sikh man courageously took on an armed robber at a grocery store in the US, leaving the thief with an unforgettable lesson. The incident, which unfolded at a Sikh-owned store, showcased the bravery and determination of the store employees to defend their property.
The viral video captured the thief, concealed in blue cloth to hide his identity, rummaging through the store shelves and stuffing stolen items into a garbage bin. The store owner attempted to intervene, but the thief, wielding an unseen weapon, issued warnings, forcing the owner to step back. A person filming from behind a plastic partition, likely the payment counter, narrated the unfolding events.
As tensions escalated, someone in the store threatened to call the police, hoping to deter the robber. However, the thief remained undeterred, ignoring the warning and continuing his pillaging spree. The person behind the camera expressed skepticism about police intervention, saying, “Hey, just let him go. There ain’t nothing you can do. They’re not gonna do nothing.” The filmer even inquired if the store had insurance.
Amid the chaos, one of the store employees decided to take matters into his own hands, displaying immense bravery. Fearlessly, he grabbed hold of the thief’s arms while the store owner seized a stick and began delivering swift blows to the robber. Despite the filmer’s plea to stop, the Sikh store owner pressed on, unyielding in his pursuit of justice, relentlessly thrashing the thief until he finally fell to the floor, pleading for mercy. The exact location of the incident has not been disclosed in the video.
Sikh grocery store owner was told that “there ain’t nothing you can do” repeatedly and that “ayy, just let him go” as they were being robbed. The Sikhs disagreed. pic.twitter.com/ZIb5CVLMNl
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) August 2, 2023
The video of this courageous act quickly went viral, drawing admiration from viewers worldwide. Netizens praised the Sikh store owner and his employee for their heroic actions, shattering the notion that shop owners must remain helpless during such unfortunate incidents.
One user commented, “I’m not a violent person but it was nice to see something being done to someone trying to rob the store.” Another person chimed in, expressing their support saying, “While I am not the type to promote violence I am a strong believer in being able to defend what is yours. If it takes violence to prevent that, then so be it. I’m glad the store owners are safe, he had what looks like a knife in his back pocket. Lock him up!”
WELL DONE. While I am not the type to promote violence I am a strong believer in being able to defend what is yours. If it takes violence to prevent that, then so be it. I’m glad the store owners are safe, he had what looks like a knife in his back pocket. Lock him up!
— R J MacReady (@_R_J_MacReady) August 2, 2023
I’m not a violent person but it was nice to see something being done to someone trying to rob the store.
— Johnnydoge76 (@Johnnydoge_76) August 2, 2023
It’s beautiful…
Dear American friends. We call this a ‘lathi charge’.. I am sure the man was ex – Punjab police 🤣🤣
— Viper (@viper202020) August 2, 2023
Sikhs are and always were warriors by blood. This is only one example of our courage and the determination to defend not only ourselves, but others around us. Thanks for posting the video – proud to be a Punjabi Sikh! 🫶🏽
— SNIPER SIM ♠️ (@Simply_Sim1) August 2, 2023
The viewers were quite amused by the bravery of the owners. A user even commented, “If the Sikh guys get sued, post the legal fund so I can give to it.” Another individual expressed their appreciation, saying, “That stick was all the insurance they needed.”
The brave response from the Sikh owners has inspired many, reaffirming the belief that ordinary individuals can rise to extraordinary heights in the face of adversity.