Gang members torched truck, extorted coal in Latehar

A truck was set ablaze at a coal siding in Latehar district, allegedly by members of a deceased gang, causing disruption and fear. The incident occurred late Saturday night at the Phulbasiya coal siding, with another truck targeted but not ignited. The perpetrators fired shots and left a threatening note demanding extortion for coal transport. Police are investigating the incident, recovering empty cartridges and registering a case. The vehicles involved were used for coal transportation and were empty at the time of the attack.