In a shocking incident that has left Bengaluru residents concerned, an elderly car owner became an unwitting victim in a sophisticated cash van robbery after criminals misused his vehicle registration number. The elaborate scheme involved police impersonation and careful planning that fooled multiple parties.
The Deception Unfolds
Gangadhar, the elderly car owner, received an unexpected visit from what appeared to be traffic police personnel on November 20, 2025. Assuming the visit concerned pending traffic fines, he cooperated fully with the individuals who presented themselves as law enforcement officers.
The imposter team included a person posing as a traffic police inspector accompanied by three to four additional personnel in police attire. They approached Gangadhar's residence under the pretext of verifying vehicle documents, a routine procedure that didn't raise immediate suspicion.
The Robbery Scheme
While Gangadhar was occupied with the fake police verification, criminals were simultaneously executing a carefully planned cash van heist using his car's registration details. The robbers had cloned his vehicle number to avoid detection during their criminal activities.
The sophisticated operation demonstrates how criminals are employing increasingly creative methods to commit serious crimes while shifting suspicion onto innocent citizens. The timing of the fake police visit was strategically coordinated with the actual robbery operation.
Aftermath and Investigation
Gangadhar only discovered his involvement when authorities later connected his vehicle registration to the cash van robbery. The elderly car owner expressed shock and disbelief at how his personal information and vehicle details were exploited for criminal purposes.
Local authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into both the cash van heist and the police impersonation incident. The case highlights growing concerns about vehicle identity theft and the need for enhanced verification procedures when dealing with supposed law enforcement personnel.
Bengaluru police are urging citizens to always verify the credentials of anyone claiming to be police officers, especially during unscheduled visits. They recommend cross-checking with local police stations through official phone numbers before sharing documents or complying with requests.
