Bhubaneswar, Nov. 13 -- Burglars allegedly broke into a locked house in the Baghmara area under Talcher Colliery police limits in Odisha's Angul district and decamped with gold ornaments worth lakhs of rupees and Rs 80,000 in cash.

The incident came to light after the family returned home. Sushant Kumar Sahu and his wife had left for Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, locking the house before leaving. Taking advantage of their absence, the miscreants allegedly broke the lock and entered the premises.

The burglars reportedly ransacked the house and stole Rs 80,000 kept in the almirah and drawers. They also took away gold ornaments and other valuables.

Interestingly, the miscreants reportedly ate sweets kept inside the house before leaving. Sever...