Mandi police have arrested nine youths from Punjab for allegedly snatching a gold chain from a woman. The accused were nabbed based on CCTV footage and local intelligence.
In a swift action, Mandi police have arrested nine youths from Punjab for allegedly snatching a gold chain from a woman in the district. The incident, which occurred recently, had caused panic among locals.
Key Points
- Nine youths from Punjab arrested for chain snatching in Mandi
- Accused identified through CCTV footage and local intelligence
- Gold chain recovered from the suspects
- Further investigation underway
The police received a complaint from a woman who reported that a group of youths on motorcycles snatched her gold chain and fled. Based on the description and CCTV footage, a team was formed to track the suspects.
Acting on a tip-off, the police intercepted the accused near a bus stand. All nine were taken into custody and the stolen gold chain was recovered from their possession. The accused are residents of Punjab and were staying in Mandi temporarily.
Senior police officials confirmed that the accused have been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. Further interrogation is on to ascertain if they were involved in similar crimes in the region.