Major Jewellery Robbery in Hubballi
In a shocking incident that has left the city stunned, imposters posing as Enforcement Directorate officials executed a sophisticated jewellery heist worth approximately Rs 3 crore in Hubballi. The crime occurred on November 23, 2025, and has raised serious concerns about impersonation crimes in the region.
Modus Operandi of the Fake Officials
The perpetrators, cleverly disguised as ED officials, gained access to the jewellery establishment by presenting themselves as authorities conducting a legitimate investigation. According to Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner N Shashi Kumar, the criminals used their fake identities to bypass security measures and gain the trust of the victims before making off with the valuable jewellery.
Commissioner Kumar revealed that preliminary investigations suggest this might be the act of people known to the victim. The police are treating this as a clear case of impersonation, where the criminals exploited the fear and authority associated with central investigation agencies to commit their crime.
Investigation and Security Concerns
This incident comes as the second major organized crime reported in Karnataka recently, following the Bengaluru ATM cash-van heist. The pattern of sophisticated crimes involving impersonation has prompted authorities to review security protocols for both financial institutions and investigation agencies.
Local businesses have expressed concern about the rising trend of such crimes, where criminals are using increasingly creative methods to target high-value establishments. The police have assured the public that they are pursuing all leads and have formed special teams to track down the perpetrators.
The investigation is focusing on multiple angles, including the possibility of insider involvement and the coordination between different criminal elements. Authorities are also examining CCTV footage from the area and conducting background checks on individuals connected to the jewellery business.
