VIP Thief Family: Gang Leader Conducted Chain Snatching and Thefts with Mother, Sister, and Wife in Fortuner; Sambhal Police Uncover the Plot Under ASP Anukriti Sharma's Direction
Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: In a startling revelation, police in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district have uncovered a family-run gang involved in chain snatching and theft. The gang's leader, along with his mother, sister, and wife, orchestrated multiple thefts, using a luxury Fortuner car to carry out their crimes. Four members of the family, including three women, have been arrested by the police.
According to the police, the gang was responsible for a series of thefts, and during the arrests, authorities recovered stolen jewelry worth approximately ₹7 lakh, ₹5,000 in cash, and the Fortuner car used in the crimes.
Assistant Superintendent of Police Anukriti Sharma revealed details of the case, stating that the gang was involved in a recent chain snatching incident on August 18 in the Gunnour Kotwali area. A woman sitting in an e-rickshaw had her chain snatched, and she immediately reported the crime to the police. Despite efforts, the criminals initially evaded capture, but CCTV footage provided crucial leads in the investigation.
During interrogation, one of the women, identified as Manisha, shocked the police with her confession. She revealed that her husband, Mohan, led the gang and executed the thefts with the help of his mother, Bimlesh, and sister, Mamta. Manisha herself was also involved in the criminal activities.
Acting swiftly, the police arrested Mohan, along with his wife Manisha, mother Bimlesh, and sister Mamta. The authorities also seized the stolen jewelry, cash, and the Fortuner used in their operations.
The gang hails from the Noorpur police station area of Bijnor district and has a history of criminal activity. The police have initiated legal proceedings against the family and presented them in court, from where they were sent to jail.
This shocking case highlights the lengths to which some criminals go, even involving their families in illegal activities. The police have assured that they will continue their efforts to crack down on such criminal networks.