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Juvenile Gang Busted for IPL Phone Heists
1 Apr
Summary
- A juvenile gang from Jharkhand traveled to Bengaluru for IPL matches.
- Police recovered 21 stolen mobile phones valued at ₹18 lakh.
- A similar theft pattern was noted during last year's IPL match in Chennai.
Cubbon Park Police have apprehended a juvenile gang originating from Jharkhand, who allegedly traveled to Bengaluru with the intent to steal mobile phones during the recent IPL season opener. The gang, comprising primarily minors with only one adult arrested, targeted spectators at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Authorities successfully recovered 21 mobile phones, with an estimated value of ₹18 lakh, from the accused. Police suspect the number of stolen devices could be higher and are actively searching for additional gang members believed to still be in the city.
Investigators are exploring a possible interstate connection, noting a similar pattern of mobile thefts during an IPL match in Chennai last year. This raises concerns about organized juvenile groups targeting large sporting events across multiple cities. Security measures around stadiums have been heightened.
