A 48-year-old domestic worker, Kancharla Suvarna, has been arrested for allegedly stealing gold ornaments and a mobile phone worth Rs 8.2 lakh from her employer’s residence in Balanagar, Hyderabad. The accused, a native of Guntur district, had been residing in Jagathgirigutta and was employed as a caretaker since December 2024.
The theft was discovered on the morning of May 3, when Suvarna abruptly left the house with her belongings. Soon after, the family realized that several valuable items, including gold jewelry and a mobile phone, were missing.
Following a complaint, police registered a theft case and launched an investigation. Suvarna was arrested, and all stolen property was recovered within 24 hours, according to officials.
This swift recovery was made possible due to prompt police action and local intelligence gathering. Authorities have urged residents to conduct proper background checks before hiring domestic staff to prevent such incidents.
