Police Arrest Female Snatcher in Chandigarh Incident
Chandigarh: Female snatcher arrested by police
Hindustan Times
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Komal, a 26-year-old female snatcher from Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested in Chandigarh after stealing a wallet from a young man near Motor Market in Sector 48. She is part of a group that targets passersby and has a history of similar crimes.
- 01Komal was arrested for snatching a wallet in Chandigarh.
- 02The incident involved two accomplices who also stole other valuables.
- 03The group operates in the evenings, targeting individuals in the area.
- 04Komal has a previous criminal record for similar offenses.
- 05Police are pursuing additional suspects linked to the crime.
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A 26-year-old female snatcher named Komal, originally from Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, was apprehended by police in Chandigarh after stealing a wallet from Pinku Kumar, a 21-year-old resident of Mohali. The incident occurred near Motor Market in Sector 48, where Komal and two male accomplices approached Kumar under the pretense of asking for directions. While one boy distracted him, Komal stole his wallet, while the other boy snatched his silver locket and mobile phone. The trio fled into nearby jungle areas. Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and managed to recover the stolen items from Komal. Authorities revealed that the group, which includes drug addicts, has been operating at night to target unsuspecting passersby. Komal has a history of criminal activity, having been previously arrested for another snatching incident in July 2023.
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This arrest may enhance safety for residents and passersby in Chandigarh, reducing the risk of similar thefts in the area.
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