Belagavi: The police in Belagavi displayed remarkable efficiency when they swiftly arrested four Iranian thieves within 26 hours of their daring heist at a local store. The thieves had used cunning diversion tactics to steal ₹50,000 in cash from Shaguna Traders in Deshpande Galli, capturing the shopkeeper’s attention momentarily.
The arrested individuals, identified as Bahman Abdulhossein Binaiz (36), Habib Hasan Moghol (60), Saheeda Gholam Karimizad (20), and Karim Ahmad Davalo, were taken into custody. The police not only recovered the stolen cash but also assets worth ₹14 lakh, including seven mobile phones and the car used in the crime.
The audacious scheme unfolded when the fraudsters posed as customers at Shaguna Traders around 6 pm on the 20th. They skillfully diverted the store workers’ attention, making away with ₹50,000 concealed within the store. The shop owner promptly reported the incident, prompting a relentless pursuit by the police.
Surveillance footage from the store provided crucial clues, leading to the identification of the thieves. The police traced their escape route through rented autos, ultimately discovering their journey from Belagavi to Hubli. Despite a failed theft attempt in Haveri, the criminals remained undeterred, eventually returning to Hubli, where they were apprehended by the swift action of the Hubli police.
During interrogation, it was revealed that the suspects’ visas had expired, and they confessed to engaging in criminal activities in Hyderabad and Goa. The Khadebazar ACP Arun Kolur, Police Inspector D.P. Nimbalakar, PASI Ananda Adagonda, and their dedicated team played pivotal roles in solving the case. The Belagavi Police Commissioner commended their diligence and dedication in swiftly bringing the culprits to justice.
