Three unidentified miscreants allegedly barged into the house of one Rojalin Parida of Indipur village under Athagarh block and robbed gold ornaments and cash of Rs2,000 at gunpoint on Saturday morning.
As per an FIR lodged by Rojalin at the Athagarh police station, the miscreants threatened her to give the key of the almirah by brandishing a gun. later, they took away two gold necklaces, three chains, 16 rings, a locket and cash of Rs2,000.
On their way back, the fugitives tried to set her ablaze by pouring kerosene on her. Hearing her scream, her husband Milan and some neighbours came to her rescue.
Rojalin told the police that one of the miscreants had an Omm tattoo on his arm and had worn a military uniform like shirt. Police have started inquiry into the matter.