Failed Robbery at Diva Jewellery Store Ends in Arrest of Two Suspects
Duo hide in drain after failed robbery bid at Diva jewellery store
Hindustan Times
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Two men attempted to rob Khedadevi Jewellers in Diva, Thane, India, but were arrested two hours later hiding in a sewage drain. The shop owner was injured during the robbery attempt, which prompted a swift police response.
- 01The robbery attempt occurred at Khedadevi Jewellers in Diva, Thane.
- 02The shop owner, Shambhoo Singh, was injured while resisting the robbers.
- 03Local residents assisted the owner during the robbery.
- 04Police arrested the suspects hiding in a sewage drain after a manhunt.
- 05Both suspects have prior criminal records.
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On Wednesday afternoon, two men, Shravan Kumar Patwa and Dhruv Patwa, attempted to rob Khedadevi Jewellers in Diva, Thane, India. Armed with a pistol, they threatened the shop owner, Shambhoo Singh, who sustained injuries while resisting the attack. Local shopkeepers and residents intervened, prompting the robbers to flee. The police, led by senior officers including additional commissioner Panjabrao Ugale, quickly mobilized teams to search for the suspects. After a two-hour search, police found the duo hiding in a sewage-filled drain near Chuha Bridge. They were apprehended with the weapons used in the robbery. Both suspects have previous criminal records, highlighting their history of criminal activity.
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The incident has raised concerns about safety in local businesses and the effectiveness of police response in the area.
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