Pune, Viman Nagar: In a shocking incident, thieves broke into a parked car and stole ₹10.5 lakh in cash in the Viman Nagar area of Pune. The victim, Nitesh Kumar Rajkumar Shah, a 34-year-old businessman from Kandivali, Mumbai, had parked his car on the roadside when the theft occurred.
Shah, who was in Pune for an event, had brought the cash to pay employees and suppliers. The theft took place late at night, and Shah has since lodged a complaint at the Vimantal Police Station.
Details of the Incident
According to Sub-Inspector Ravindra Dhaware of the Airport Police Station:
- Shah had kept the cash in a sack inside his car.
- The vehicle was parked on a relatively isolated public road in Viman Nagar.
- Unidentified individuals broke the front window of the car and stole the sack containing the cash.
“The area where the crime occurred lacks direct CCTV coverage, but we are analyzing footage from nearby cameras to identify the culprits,” Dhaware stated.
Rising Incidents of Theft in Pune
This case is part of a concerning trend in Pune, where parked vehicles are increasingly being targeted by thieves. In recent incidents in the Hadapsar area, criminals broke into cars to steal cash and jewelry.
Police Advisory
Authorities have urged citizens to exercise caution and avoid leaving valuables, such as cash, laptops, or jewelry, in parked vehicles. Residents are encouraged to:
- Park in well-lit, secure areas with CCTV coverage.
- Avoid leaving cash or other valuables inside vehicles.
- Report any suspicious activities immediately to the police.
The police are intensifying efforts to tackle the rise in such crimes by increasing patrolling and surveillance in sensitive areas.
Key Takeaways
- A theft involving ₹10.5 lakh cash has highlighted the vulnerability of parked vehicles in Pune.
- Police investigations are ongoing, with efforts to identify the perpetrators using nearby CCTV footage.
- Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and adopt safety measures to safeguard their belongings.
