In a major breakthrough, the Belthangady police have arrested two individuals suspected of being involved in inter-state thefts. The accused, identified as Hameed and Jabeer alias Jabi, were taken into custody following a detailed investigation. Stolen property including 68.69 grams of gold ornaments, Rs 2 lakh in cash, and a car was recovered from their possession, with the total value of the seized items estimated at Rs 23.67 lakh.
Details of the Arrest
The arrests were made after the police received a tip-off about the suspects' movements. The accused were found to be operating across state borders, targeting vulnerable properties. During interrogation, they confessed to their involvement in at least five theft cases registered at various police stations in the region.
Recovered Property
The police recovered a significant amount of stolen goods, including gold ornaments weighing 68.69 grams and Rs 2 lakh in cash. Additionally, a car used by the accused in their criminal activities was seized. The total value of the recovered items is Rs 23.67 lakh.
Linked Cases
The accused are suspected of being involved in multiple theft cases across different police station limits. The police are investigating their possible links to other unsolved crimes in the area. Further interrogation is expected to reveal more details about their network and accomplices.
Investigation Ongoing
The police have launched a detailed investigation to uncover the full extent of the accused's criminal activities. They are also working to identify any other individuals who may have assisted the duo in their thefts. The arrested individuals have been remanded to judicial custody, and further inquiries are underway.
