Vinod Pal Arrested in Madhya Pradesh After Robbery in Mumbai”
The Mumbai Crime Branch’s Unit 3 has successfully apprehended Vinod Pal, a suspect in a recent robbery case, after tracking him down to a village in Madhya Pradesh. The breakthrough came from key information provided by the fingerprint department. According to Crime Branch officials, Pal had fled Mumbai after committing the robbery and was seen on various CCTV cameras during his escape. The fingerprint department linked his images with their extensive criminal records, uncovering his history and confirming his fugitive status.
Retired Kolkata Police Officer Abdul Hai Arrested in Passport Fraud
A retired Kolkata Police sub-inspector, Abdul Hai, was arrested on Friday night for allegedly clearing passport applications without conducting proper inquiries or verifying identity documents. The 61-year-old officer had retired a year ago and was previously attached to the passport section of the police’s Security Control Organisation
Anil Jain Arrested in Major Rs 2,000 Note Exchange Scam
In a major crackdown, Indian police have arrested the alleged mastermind behind a large-scale illegal exchange of demonetised Rs 2,000 notes. Anil Jain, along with three associates, was apprehended for running a racket that helped businessmen in multiple cities—including Delhi, Prayagraj, and Jabalpur—exchange the demonetised currency. Jain, a 56-year-old resident of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, is said to have been orchestrating the scam for over a year.
Chhattisgarh Journalist Mukesh Chandrakar Murder: Cousin Arrested
The tragic murder of Mukesh Chandrakar, a prominent investigative journalist from Chhattisgarh, has shocked the region. Mukesh’s body was discovered in a septic tank, and the investigation has unveiled disturbing details. Among the three individuals arrested for the crime is Ritesh Chandrakar, Mukesh’s cousin
Hyderabad Cybercrime Woman Extorted Rs. 48 Lakh After Snapchat Chat
A casual conversation on Snapchat turned into a nightmare for a woman in Hyderabad, who ended up losing Rs. 48.38 lakh and spiraling into depression. The Cybercrime unit of Hyderabad police arrested three individuals in connection with the extortion scam.
Mira Road Murder Two Arrested in Shooting of Shams Tarbez Shahabuddin
Two individuals were arrested in connection with the murder of Shams Tarbez Shahabuddin Ansari, also known as Sonu, who was shot and killed near a shopping complex in the Mira Road area of Maharashtra’s Thane district on Friday night.
Kollam Police Crackdown: 151 Arrested in Drug Trafficking Seizures
In a major effort to dismantle drug trafficking in Kollam district, the city police registered 96 drug-related cases across various stations in 2024. The authorities arrested 151 individuals and made significant seizures of MDMA and ganja, with an estimated total value of over Rs 50 lakh.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch Arrests Rajan Upadhyay in Double Murder Case
The Ahmedabad City Crime Branch successfully apprehended Rajesh alias Rajan Upadhyay, the prime accused in the brutal double murder of his mother and sister in Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. The arrest follows a detailed investigation into the killings, which were motivated by a property dispute within the family.
Man Posing as Gujarat Police Clerk Arrested for Scam Involving Transfers
A man posing as a clerk from the Gujarat Police Bhavan was arrested by the Gandhinagar Local Crime Branch (LCB) for scamming police officers with false promises of facilitating their inter-district transfers. The accused, Janmejaysinh Zala, aged 26, allegedly took Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 from several police officers, assuring them that he could secure transfers based on their preferences.
Ex-Diamond Manager Arrested for Stealing Motorcycles in Ahmedabad
Amid the economic slowdown in the diamond market, Daksh Trivedi, a former diamond business manager from Dhanera, Gujarat, turned to motorcycle theft after losing his job in Mumbai. The 28-year-old man, who had been struggling with personal issues, was arrested by Navrangpura police in Ahmedabad after being caught with one of the stolen motorcycles.
Itanagar Police Bust Gang Behind Multiple Thefts: Chandan, Rakesh, Deepak Arrested
In a significant operation, the Itanagar Police have successfully dismantled a gang of professional thieves responsible for a series of high-profile thefts in the Itanagar Capital Region. The arrests followed a month-long investigation led by Inspector K. Yangfo, Officer-in-Charge of PS Itanagar, and a dedicated team of officers, including SI RK Jha, SI Padam Padi, SI Tana Suraj, and SI Samuel Ngupok, with guidance from SDPO Kengo Dirchi and SP Rohit Rajbir Singh, IPS
ISKCON Employee Murlidhar Das Flees with Donation Money in Mathura
n a shocking turn of events, an employee of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Mathura has fled with a large sum of donation money and a receipt book. Murlidhar Das, who was responsible for collecting and depositing donations on behalf of the temple, reportedly disappeared with the stolen funds, prompting a formal investigation.
Jharkhand Couple Arrested for Robbery in Vizianagaram; 200g Gold Recovered
The Vizianagaram Police have successfully arrested a couple from Jharkhand, Saroj Sabar (26) and Neha Sabar (21), in connection with a robbery that occurred on December 24, 2024. The couple, who had been traveling the streets selling balloons, were found to have stolen nearly 200 grams of gold ornaments, valued at approximately Rs 3.60 lakh.
Six Drug Peddlers Arrested in Pulwama, Sopore, Srinagar, Kulgam
Police have successfully apprehended six drug peddlers in various operations across Pulwama, Sopore, Srinagar, and Kulgam, recovering significant quantities of illicit substances.
Two Women Arrested in Kharibari with Brown Sugar and Cash
In a recent crackdown on drug trafficking, the Kharibari police have successfully arrested Rajani Giri (30) and Riya Das (29), residents of Goursingh Jote, Kharibari. The women were caught in possession of 19 grams of brown sugar and a substantial amount of Rs4,70,500 in cash.
Beed Sarpanch Murder Sudarshan Ghule and Sudhir Sangle Arrested
In a significant breakthrough in the investigation of Beed Sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh’s murder, the Dhule police have arrested two absconding suspects. Sudarshan Chandrabhan Ghule (26) and Sudhir Sangle (23), both involved in the crime, were apprehended on Saturday.
Sanand Police Arrest Key Accused in Narcotics Case
In a significant crackdown on the illegal narcotics trade, Sanand Police arrested Shaileshbhai Babubhai Makwana, a 31-year-old resident of Sanand Green Residency-2, for trafficking narcotic cough syrup. The arrest followed a tip-off about suspicious activities near Balaji Hotel at Sanand Shabri Char Rasta. Police identified a Maruti Swift vehicle involved in the illegal storage and sale of narcotics.
Andheri Police Arrest Trio for Stealing Mobile Phones Worth Rs 9.18 Lakh
In a successful crackdown on mobile phone theft, the Andheri police arrested three individuals for allegedly stealing mobile phones in the area. The accused have been identified as Prasad Gurav (31), Vivek Upadhyay (27), and Ravi Waghela (34), all residents of Andheri East. A total of 120 stolen mobile phones, valued at Rs. 9.18 lakh, were recovered from their possession..
Nitesh Chaudhary Impersonates Gujarat CMO Officer, Arrested
A man impersonating an officer from the Gujarat Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) has been arrested for falsely claiming to have worked in the state government for two decades, deceiving individuals for personal benefits, police stated on Sunday.
Drug Peddlers Arrested in Awantipora 840 Grams of Cannabis Seized
In an ongoing crackdown against drug trafficking, the Awantipora police arrested two individuals and recovered a substantial quantity of contraband substances from their possession. The operation took place at a checkpoint in Literbal Pampore, near the gas plant.
Ahmedabad Police Arrest 5 in Fraudulent Call Centre Scam, Seize Rs 31.66 Lakh
In a significant crackdown, the State Monitoring Cell (SMC) raided a fraudulent call centre at Sepan Villa Society, Changodar, in Ahmedabad district, and arrested five people involved in a scam that targeted foreign nationals. The main accused, Sanjayji Thakor (25), an operator of the call centre, was apprehended along with Dilipkumar Thakor, Laxmanji Thakor, Vipulji Thakor, and Rahulji Thakor, all hailing from Mehsana district.
Man Arrested for Impersonating Police Officer and Deputy Mamlatdar in Maninagar
In a significant arrest, the Maninagar police apprehended a man accused of impersonating a police officer and deputy mamlatdar. The man, identified as Kiritkumar Amin, used fraudulent identities to threaten and deceive people for personal gain.
Mumbai Airport Seizes 4.14kg of Hydroponic Cannabis, Arrests Smuggler
In a major drug bust at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, officers from the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) intercepted a passenger attempting to smuggle hydroponic cannabis. The recovered stash weighed 4.14 kg, valued at Rs 4.14 crore.
Nemi Chand Bhati and 3 Others Arrested for Heroin Smuggling in Hyderabad
In a major breakthrough, the Shamsabad Special Operations Team, along with Madhapur Police and TGNAB, arrested four drug peddlers in Hyderabad, seizing 1 kg of heroin worth an estimated Rs 7 crore. The arrested individuals include Nemi Chand Bhati, the main accused, who sourced the heroin from Santhosh Achary, a notorious drug supplier currently incarcerated in Jodhpur jail. The other suspects are Narpath Singh from Rajasthan, Ajay Bhati, and Harish Sirvi, both residents of Telangana.
Madhapur Police Arrest Three Peddlers with 620g Heroin, Five Consumers
The Madhapur Special Operations Team (SOT), in collaboration with the Raidurgam Police, successfully arrested three drug peddlers involved in supplying 620 grams of heroin paste, valued at Rs 4.65 crore. The arrested individuals, identified as Mangalaram, Dinesh Chowdhary, and Ganesh Chowdhary, are residents of Rajasthan. Along with the peddlers, five consumers who had purchased the narcotic were also apprehended.
Four Arrested in Pimpri Chinchwad Parcel Fraud Case
The Pimpri Chinchwad cybercrime police arrested four men in connection with a parcel fraud case registered in Wakad in September of this year. The suspects, hailing from Jodhpur and Jaipur districts of Rajasthan, were apprehended from a flat in Undri.
Three Arrested for Stealing Rs2 Lakh from Sirkazhi Temple
Three individuals were arrested for breaking into the Abathu Vinayagar Temple near the southern gopuram of the Sattanathar Swamy Temple in Sirkazhi, stealing Rs2 lakh from the temple hundial.
Three Arrested for Rs 21 Lakh Theft at Radha Hospital in Kashimira
In less than a week after a theft of Rs 21 lakh was reported from Radha Hospital in Kashimira, the crime detection unit has arrested three individuals involved in the crime.
Fugitive Vicky Kumar Arrested in Delhi for Kidnapping and Murder
The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) in Delhi’s Dwarka arrested a fugitive involved in a kidnapping and murder case. The suspect, identified as Vicky Kumar alias Rituraj, is a resident of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. Kumar, along with his brother-in-law Varun, had kidnapped a young man named Sachin for ransom. When the ransom demand was not met, they brutally murdered Sachin and disposed of his body to prevent his identification.
Ajaypal Singh and Gurjinder Singh Arrested for Smuggling 3.2kg Heroin
On Friday, two drug smugglers were arrested in Ferozepur with a significant 3.2kg haul of heroin. The operation was carried out by a police team from Kulgarhi, which was conducting routine checks near Saidan Wala village.
Gowtham, Karthik, and Nikhil Arrested for Selling MDMA in Pajir Village
The Anti-Drugs Team led by ACP Dhanya Nayak successfully apprehended three drug peddlers in Pajir village, near Kamblapadavu, on Monday. The arrested individuals were identified as Gowtham (22) from Talapady, Karthik (27) from Kumpala, and Nikhil (28) from Thokkottu.
Nagaraj Arrested for Attempting to Sell MDMA and Charas in Shivalli Village
The city police have arrested Nagaraj (25), a resident of Uppoor, for attempting to sell prohibited narcotics in Shivalli village. The arrest took place in Beedinagudde, under Shivalli village, following a tip-off.
Himanish Arrested for Consuming Banned Drugs, Assets Seized in Kankanady
The Kankanady Town Police have arrested Himanish (27), a resident of Ashok Nagar, on charges of consuming banned drugs. In addition to seizing the drugs, the police confiscated assets worth Rs 7.13 lakh, including a car.
Prakash Nayak Arrested in Manipal for Stolen Bike, Linked to Chain-Snatching Case
Manipal Police have arrested Prakash Nayak, a resident of Brahmavar, in connection with a bike theft case registered six months ago. The stolen bike was recovered during the operation
Mangaluru Police Arrest Asif and Niyaz for Selling Marijuana Near Pilikula
Mangaluru Rural Police have arrested Asif (34) and Niyaz N.A. (40), residents of Jodumarga near Mood village, for illegally selling marijuana near the Pilikula Doordarshan Centre on the outskirts of the city.
Sikligar Gang Members Arrested for Rs 1.25 Crore Theft in Gujarat
The Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) has successfully arrested three members of the notorious Sikligar Gang in connection with a Rs 1.25 crore theft. The gang was involved in a series of high-profile thefts across Surat, Vadodara, Gandhinagar, and Bharuch districts.
Five Arrested by Surat Crime Branch in Rs1.53 Crore MD Drug Seizure
The Surat Crime Branch arrested five individuals in two separate operations on Friday night, seizing 1.5 kg of MD drugs, valued at approximately Rs1.53 crore.
Heart-Shaped Diamond Worth Rs4.55 Crore Stolen in Surat, Recovered in Rajasthan
A rare heart-shaped diamond weighing 10.08 carats and valued at Rs4.55 crore was stolen from a trader’s office in Surat on June 24 but was later recovered 500 km away in Rajasthan. The diamond was found hidden under an earthen stove (Chula) in Sirhoi district
Surat Police Seizes 2kg Mephedrone, Arrests Montu Patel, Virat Patel, and Vipul Patel
On Sunday evening, the Surat City Crime Branch seized over 2 kilograms of banned mephedrone worth Rs 2.03 crore in a major bust in Velanja area of Surat district. The operation also led to the seizure of an additional 427 kilograms of a suspected drug from a factory in Ankleshwar, Bharuch district, during a joint operation with the Bharuch Special Operations Group (SOG).
Bharuch Police Arrest School Van Driver Prakash Patel with Drugs Worth Rs6.20 Lakh
The Bharuch police have arrested a school van driver, Prakash Patel, for allegedly possessing illegal drugs worth Rs6.20 lakh. The incident took place on Thursday, when police officials identified Patel, a resident of Rehmatpura, Bharuch.