In Raigarh district, police have successfully dismantled a well-organized network involved in stealing and selling motorcycles. The authorities apprehended nine individuals, including the main suspect, and recovered 21 stolen two-wheelers worth around Rs 15 lakh. The operation details were disclosed by Raigarh police during a press conference at the Police Control Room.
Acting on specific intelligence, a joint team from the Cyber Police Station and Punjipathra Police Station nabbed Sukhdev Chauhan, a resident of Dhouradand village, who confessed to stealing motorcycles in collaboration with his associate Shiv Nagvanshi from various areas. Sukhdev admitted to stealing specific models from different markets and villages in the district.
The stolen motorcycles were sold to nine individuals, all of whom were subsequently arrested by the police. Fourteen motorcycles were recovered from the buyers, while seven others were found hidden in Sukhdev’s backyard, bringing the total number of recovered vehicles to 21. The accused, who are skilled in vehicle repair, used basic tools to break motorcycle locks and then sold the stolen bikes at low prices.
One additional suspect involved in the criminal operation is currently on the run. The main accused has been charged under Section 112(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for organized theft, while the buyers face charges under Sections 317(2) and 317(4) of the BNS for dealing in stolen property and have been remanded to judicial custody. The crackdown has brought relief to residents plagued by frequent motorcycle thefts in the district, with police urging citizens to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to two-wheelers.
