In a swift investigation, the Delhi Police has apprehended two employees of a construction company for allegedly orchestrating a fake theft of Rs 15 lakh in the Kalindi Kunj area of southeast Delhi. The elaborate plot unraveled due to suspicious circumstances and careful police work, leading to the recovery of most of the stolen cash.
The Complaint and Initial Discrepancies
The case came to light when the account manager of the construction firm approached the police with a complaint. He alleged that two of the company's employees had cheated by falsely reporting a theft. According to the initial report, a field worker named Ramu had informed the Kalindi Kunj police station that the company's motorcycle, along with a bag containing Rs 15 lakh in cash, was stolen by an unknown person on the Delhi-Mumbai expressway. The incident was reported to have occurred last Saturday.
However, the account manager's suspicion grew when another employee, a cook named Anuj, was found missing from the same afternoon. Adding to the red flags, Anuj's mobile phone was switched off. This simultaneous disappearance prompted the manager to doubt the authenticity of the theft report.
Police Investigation Uncovers the Truth
Upon receiving the complaint, the police began a verification process. Several inconsistencies and contradictions were identified in the story of the alleged theft. Based on the findings, a formal case was registered under sections 316 (criminal breach of trust), 61 (criminal conspiracy), and 3 (5) (common intention) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Detailing the investigative steps, DCP (Southeast) Hemant Tiwari stated, "Through surveillance, collection of ground intelligence and field-level follow-up, the teams traced the movements of the accused persons." The diligent efforts paid off, leading the police directly to the suspects.
Arrests and Recovery
The police teams successfully located and arrested the two accused. Both identified as 23-year-olds from Etawah district in Uttar Pradesh, Ramu and Anuj were taken into custody. From their possession, the police made a significant recovery. Rs 14.5 lakh in cash and the company's motorcycle were seized. Additionally, Ramu's mobile phone was confiscated as part of the evidence.
The arrests highlight the effectiveness of coordinated police work in solving financial crimes staged as thefts. The case serves as a warning against attempts to deceive law enforcement for personal gain.
