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BluSmart Driver Arrested After Robbing Gurugram Woman at Gunpoint

The cab aggregator has apologized and pledged to enhance safety measures following the incident involving a fake gun and a ₹55,000 theft.

According to officers, the gun the suspect used to rob the victims was fake. (File Photo)
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The incident took place near Sector 83 of Gurugram on Friday.

Overview

  • A Gurugram woman and her son were robbed at gunpoint by a BluSmart cab driver during a ride from Airia Mall to Sector 86 on Friday night.
  • The driver, Sonu Singh, forced the woman to transfer ₹55,000 via UPI and stole her bag before abandoning them on the roadside.
  • Police arrested the driver within 24 hours, aided by BluSmart's detailed driver records; the gun used in the robbery was later found to be fake.
  • BluSmart expressed deep regret over the incident, highlighting its existing safety measures, including background checks and facial recognition, while announcing plans for further driver training and enhanced protocols.
  • The company has assured the affected family of full support and emphasized its commitment to rebuilding trust and ensuring rider safety.