Burglary at MLA's Mother's Residence Leads to Swift Arrest of History-Sheeter
A high-profile theft at the Chintalapudi residence of Ponnur MLA Dhulipalla Narendra's mother, Pramila Devi, has resulted in the arrest of a notorious history-sheeter, K Rajesh, merely four days after he was released on bail. The incident, which involved the theft of gold and silver ornaments valued at nearly Rs 70 lakh, has sparked widespread concern and drawn significant political attention across the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Details of the Theft and Arrest
The burglary occurred while the house was unoccupied, with thieves making off with precious items worth a substantial sum. Investigators revealed that Rajesh, a resident of Pedapadu in Eluru district who has multiple criminal cases registered against him, meticulously planned the theft shortly after securing his bail. According to police reports, he traveled to Ongole to attend a sports event and allegedly executed the burglary on his return journey, strategically timing his movements to evade suspicion.
A coordinated operation between the Ponnur and Eluru police forces led to Rajesh's swift apprehension. During the arrest, authorities recovered approximately 10 kilograms of stolen silver. However, police suspect that a portion of the stolen gold has already been sold or disposed of, complicating recovery efforts.
Political Dimensions and Further Investigations
The case took a dramatic political turn when Rajesh confessed during interrogation to hiding some of the stolen gold at the residence of a sarpanch in Eluru district. This revelation prompted police to detain the sarpanch for questioning, launching additional inquiries into his alleged involvement in concealing the stolen property. The development has intensified scrutiny on local political figures and their potential connections to criminal activities.
Officials have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, with expectations of more recoveries as they delve deeper into the network behind the theft. The involvement of a history-sheeter so soon after his release on bail has raised questions about bail policies and recidivism, adding a layer of public safety concerns to the case.
Key Points:
- The theft involved gold and silver ornaments worth Rs 70 lakh from the home of MLA Narendra's mother.
- Accused K Rajesh was arrested just four days post-bail, highlighting his quick return to criminal activity.
- Recovery efforts have yielded 10 kg of silver, but gold remains partially missing.
- Political implications emerged with a sarpanch's detention linked to hiding stolen goods.
- Further investigations are underway to uncover more details and potential accomplices.
