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Unique Case of Goat Theft Busted in Nagpur, Police Seize Rs 9.33 Lakh Worth Property

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Nagpur Rural Police's Local Crime Branch (LCB) has cracked a bizarre case of goat theft using self-drive rental vehicles. Five accused individuals have been arrested and property worth Rs 9.33 lakh has been seized, including vehicles and mobile phones. The thefts took place in different villages between May and June this year. The accused used the Zoom Car app to book vehicles and travel to isolated areas at night, stealing goats and selling them to known buyers in the city.

Key Takeaways:

  • The accused used the Zoom Car app to book vehicles and travel to isolated areas at night to steal goats.
  • The thefts took place in different villages, including Bhishnur and Sawargaon areas, between May and June this year.
  • A total of 22 goats were stolen by the gang using app-based rentals to avoid suspicion.
  • The accused used mobile phones and cash to facilitate the thefts.
  • The police recovered mobile phones, cash, and two cars used in the thefts.
  • The accused have been identified as Javed Khan, Abhishek Yadav Tagde, Usman Khan, Akshay Manoj Panchalwar, and Babu alias Michael Guddu Francis.
  • The accused have been remanded to police custody till June 23.
  • The case highlights the creative methods used by criminals to evade suspicion and commit crimes.

Statistics:

  • Property worth Rs 9.33 lakh has been seized by the police.
  • A total of 22 goats were stolen by the gang.
  • The thefts took place in 3 different villages between May and June this year.
  • The accused used 4 different vehicles, including a Maruti S-Presso, Maruti Ertiga, Mahindra TUV, and Bolero.
  • The stolen animals were sold to known buyers in the city.
  • 5 accused individuals have been arrested and remanded to police custody till June 23.

Sources:

  • The Hitavada, copyright 2025, distributed by Contify.com

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