Crackdown on Copper Thieves: Pune Rural Police Bust Gang, 9 Arrested
A gang stealing electric transformers from rural areas of Pune District has been apprehended by the Pune Rural Police, resulting in the recovery of over 500 kilograms of copper strips and wires.
Pune Rural PoliceCopper ThievesElectric TransformersCrimeInvestigationReal Estate PuneJun 25, 2024
The Local Crime Branch (LCB), Shirur Police Station, and Shikrapur Police Station were responsible for this successful operation under the guidance of SP Pankaj Deshmukh. The arrested individuals have been identified as Vishal Khandu Pawar, Pradeep Rajendra Shinde, Omkar Ajit Ghodekar, Aadesh Sayaji Bhujbal, Harshal Rajendra Shinde, Shrikant Shivaji Jadhav, Karan Nana Mali, Sonu Vikas Dhule, and Deepak Pandurang Sangale.
The investigation began after numerous cases of electric transformers being stolen in the Pune District, resulting in significant losses for many farmers. Superintendent of Police (Pune rural) Pankaj Deshmukh convened a meeting with officers from the Local Crime Branch (LCB) and Shirur Division to discuss the crime details and establish a plan to catch the culprits.
Three Detection Branches (DB) were established within the LCB to examine CCTV footage from locations near where the robberies occurred and to keep a close watch on individuals with a history of criminal activities registered with the LCB. Based on reliable information from confidential sources, the accused individuals were apprehended simultaneously from the Talegaon Dhamdhere area.
The stolen vehicles and goods, including 500 kg of copper strips and wires, were seized following the arrest and questioning of the suspects. The total value of the seized goods amounted to Rs 14,50,000. This operation successfully resolved a total of 48 registered crimes across Shirur and Shikrapur Police Stations.
Several key officials played a crucial role in the operation, including Pune Rural Superintendent of Police Pankaj Deshmukh, Additional Superintendent of Police (Baramati Division) Sanjay Jadhav, Additional Superintendent of Police (Pune Division) Ramesh Chopade, Sub Divisional Police Officer (Shirur Division) Prashant Dhole, and Sub Divisional Police Officer (Daund Division) Swapnil Jadhav. A team of police officers from the LCB, Shirur Police Station, and Shikrapur Police Station worked together to achieve this success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accused individuals were arrested in the operation?
Nine accused individuals were arrested in the operation.
What was the total value of the seized goods?
The total value of the seized goods amounted to Rs 14,50,000.
How many registered crimes were resolved through this operation?
A total of 48 registered crimes across Shirur and Shikrapur Police Stations were resolved through this operation.
Who led the operation?
Superintendent of Police (Pune rural) Pankaj Deshmukh led the operation.
What was the quantity of copper strips and wires recovered during the operation?
Over 500 kilograms of copper strips and wires were recovered during the operation.
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