By Trend News Line 2024-06-16 09:55:43.
**Arrested for Vehicle Theft**
A couple from Nira, Baramati, Shahrukh Raju Pathan (24) and Pooja Jaydev Madanlal (21), found themselves in hot water when they were arrested by Sinhagad police for their involvement in a series of vehicle thefts across Pune. The duo was apprehended by a dedicated investigation team led by API Sachin Nikam and PSI Santosh Bhandwalkar after receiving information about their criminal activities.
**Multiple Thefts Uncovered**
The police investigation revealed that Pathan and Madanlal had been stealing both four-wheeler and two-wheeler vehicles in various parts of the city. Their modus operandi involved conducting surveillance during the day and carrying out thefts at night. Pathan, who had previously worked as a garage mechanic, used his technical knowledge to create multiple keys and master keys to facilitate their criminal activities.
**Seizing Stolen Vehicles**
During interrogation, the couple confessed to their crimes and provided details about the vehicles they had stolen. The police managed to recover a total of 17 vehicles, including eight four-wheelers and nine two-wheelers, valued at ₹12,7000. In addition to the vehicles, the authorities also seized multiple keys, a knife, and scissors from the couple.
**Criminal History**
Pathan and Madanlal, who had been married for a couple of years and had a one-month-old baby, had a history of similar crimes. Prior to their recent arrest, the couple had been involved in 14 cases of vehicle theft across different police stations. They had served time in jail until early February 2024, after which they resumed their criminal activities and stole the 17 vehicles that were recovered by the police.
**Selling Stolen Vehicles**
The stolen vehicles were sold by the couple in Nagpur, Shirdi, and Srirampur at nominal rates. Two-wheelers were sold for ₹10,000-15,000, while four-wheelers fetched ₹20,000-25,000. The couple specifically targeted popular models like Maruti Suzuki Eco, Hyundai Xcent, and Scorpio due to their familiarity with these vehicles.
**Continued Criminal Activities**
Despite their previous incarceration, Pathan and Madanlal continued to commit crimes after their release in early 2024. The stolen vehicles were recovered from various locations, including Sinhagad, Bharti Vidyapeeth, Kondhwa, Hadapsar, Koregaon Park, Samarth, Wanawadi, Bibwewadi, and Nagpur.
In conclusion, the arrest of this couple sheds light on the persistence of criminal activities in the city and the need for vigilant law enforcement to combat such crimes. The authorities are working diligently to ensure that perpetrators like Pathan and Madanlal are brought to justice and that stolen vehicles are recovered and returned to their rightful owners..
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