Five Arrested in Noida for Robbing Commuters Under False Pretense
Noida: Five men held for robbing commuters of cash after offering them lifts
Hindustan Times
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Five men were arrested in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, for allegedly robbing commuters by offering them lifts. The gang would take victims to isolated areas, rob them at gunpoint, and force them to make money transfers via UPI. Police recovered weapons and a vehicle with a fake number plate from the suspects.
- 01The gang targeted commuters in the National Capital Region (NCR) by offering lifts, then robbing them.
- 02On January 11, they robbed a 21-year-old victim of ₹8,000 (approximately $96 USD) and ATM cards.
- 03The suspects, aged between 18 and 21, were arrested in Sector 39, Noida after police received a tip-off.
- 04Police recovered a countrymade pistol, three knives, and an SUV with a fake number plate from the suspects.
- 05Authorities are working to identify other potential victims of the gang.
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On Friday, five men were arrested in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, for allegedly robbing commuters after offering them lifts. The suspects are believed to have targeted individuals in the National Capital Region (NCR), taking them to isolated locations where they would rob them at gunpoint. Police reported that the gang forced victims to transfer money through UPI payments. One notable incident occurred on January 11, when the gang robbed a 21-year-old man of ₹8,000 (approximately $96 USD) and his ATM cards after offering him a ride from Sector 62 in Noida to Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. Following a tip-off, police apprehended the suspects, aged between 18 and 21, in Sector 39. During the arrest, officers recovered a countrymade pistol, three knives, and an SUV that had a fake number plate. Authorities are now working to identify other victims who may have been targeted by this gang. Police have advised commuters to verify the identity of drivers and vehicle details before accepting rides to ensure their safety.
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This incident raises concerns about commuter safety in Noida and the NCR, prompting police to increase awareness and vigilance among residents.
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