Bhopal, May 11 -- In a significant breakthrough, the Habibganj Police Station has successfully apprehended a gang of thieves responsible for stealing valuable items from local jewelry shops. The criminals, who had been posing as legitimate customers, were caught following swift police action and a detailed investigation.
The thieves employed a clever strategy, visiting jewelry stores under the pretense of being interested buyers, and discreetly stealing items during their visits. Their activities came to light on May 8, 2025, when Meenal Agarwal, the owner of a jewelry shop in Arera Colony, reported the theft of gold jewelry worth approximately Rs 70,000.
The stolen items included two pairs of gold earrings weighing 2.60 grams and mangals...