What was the modus operandi of the Punjab vehicle theft gang?

The gang stole motorcycles and scooters from Chandigarh, removed original number plates, replaced them with fake ones, and sold the vehicles in Ferozepur and Moga for ₹12,000-₹15,000 each.

How many stolen vehicles have been recovered by the police?

Police have recovered nine stolen vehicles, including Royal Enfield Bullets and Hero Splendors, linked to cases in Chandigarh and Punjab.

When and where were the suspects apprehended?

Four suspects were apprehended by the Maloya police station team near Dronacharya stadium in Dadumajra on March 26.

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Punjab Gang Busted: Stolen Scooters Sold for Cash

31 Mar

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Summary

Four suspects arrested near Dronacharya stadium with stolen scooters.
Gang stole motorcycles and scooters, selling them for ₹12,000-₹15,000.
Nine stolen vehicles, including Bullets and Splendors, have been recovered.

Punjab Gang Busted: Stolen Scooters Sold for Cash

A significant vehicle theft operation was disrupted on March 26 when police apprehended four suspects near Dronacharya stadium. The arrested individuals, hailing from Ferozepur and Moga districts of Punjab, were found with two stolen Honda Activa scooters bearing fake number plates.

During interrogation, the accused revealed their gang had 12-14 members who had traveled to the tricity region from Ferozepur. This syndicate allegedly stole motorcycles and scooters from various parts of Chandigarh, subsequently selling them in Ferozepur and Moga for prices ranging between ₹12,000 and ₹15,000 each.