Pune Police Bust Inter-State Gang Targeting Devotees During Ganeshotsav Immersion Procession

The Faraskhana police have busted an inter-state gang accused of stealing gold jewellery and mobile phones from devotees amid the crowds during the Ganeshotsav immersion procession in Pune.

Acting on confidential information, the police conducted an investigation that confirmed the gang’s involvement.

During the operation, the police seized 139.720 grams of gold jewellery, a stolen mobile phone, a sharp knife and an iron cutter. The total value of the seized items and materials was estimated at ₹21,21,100.

The action has helped uncover a total of 13 crimes, including registered cases of chain snatching and mangalsutra theft.