New Delhi, May 16 Police at the Geeta Colony police station in the national capital have solved a theft case within 24 hours. A habitual and notorious criminal involved in the incident was arrested and ₹52,000 in stolen cash and a black bag were recovered from his possession.
On May 14, complainant Jitendra Singh, a resident of Bhind district in Madhya Pradesh, reported to the police that his bag, containing ₹1.50 lakh, was stolen from Pusta Road, Safeda slum area, near the Shani Dev Temple. A case was registered at the Geeta Colony police station under e-FIR number 80039649/2026.
Given the seriousness of the case, a special team was formed under the direction of SHO Inspector Prem Kumar Singh. The team included ASI Anoop Kumar, Head Constable Arun Kumar, and Head Constable Mohit Kumar. Police immediately launched a search operation in the surrounding area, reviewed CCTV footage, and identified the accused through technical surveillance. During the investigation, the accused was identified as Aftab alias Bhoma (26).
Meanwhile, police received information that the accused was planning to return to the Geeta Colony area with the intention of committing a crime. Following this, police laid a trap near the crematorium on Pusta Road and arrested the accused within just 24 hours. During the arrest, police recovered ₹52,000 in cash and a small black bag from the accused.
During interrogation, the accused confessed to the theft. Investigation revealed that he has previously been involved in six cases, including robbery, snatching, theft, and the Arms Act. The accused is a resident of the Bawana area.
According to police, another accused involved in this case is still absconding; efforts are underway to arrest him. An investigation is also underway to recover the remaining stolen money.
