Raichur, May 16 -- A shocking case of theft involving men disguised as holy saints has created panic in Sindhanur town of Raichur district after a medical shop owner was allegedly hypnotised and robbed of cash and gold ornaments in broad daylight.

The entire incident, which has now surfaced through CCTV footage, has raised concerns about a gang of fraudsters targeting innocent people in the name of religion and spirituality.

Case details

According to police, the incident took place at "Sai Medicals," a pharmacy located on one of the busy roads in Sindhanur town. A man dressed like a Hindu saint reportedly entered the medical shop seeking drinking water, claiming to be exhausted due to the intense heat.

The shop owner, Vishnudattu, mov...