The Madikeri police have arrested five men in connection with a theft that occurred at a photo studio on Kohinoor Road. The incident took place on the night of September 27, when a group of masked individuals allegedly broke into the studio owned by Abdul Rehman and stole valuable equipment.
According to the police, the thieves damaged the shutters of the studio and escaped with items including a colour printer and essential cables. A case was promptly registered at Madikeri Police Station after Abdul Rehman lodged a complaint.
Following an investigation, police successfully identified and apprehended the accused. The arrested individuals are:
Mohammed Suhel (24) of Bethu village
Mohammed Mubashir (20) of Hodavada village
Mohammed Jainuddin (20) of Kunjila village
Muzamil (20) of Kolakeri village
Fayaz (25) of Bethu village
The accused were taken to the crime scene on Friday for evidence recovery and later produced before a local judge. All five have been remanded to judicial custody.
The police also recovered the stolen colour printer and connecting cables from the group.
