History-Sheeter Arrested in Mahim Police Colony Heist

History-sheeter Kamaruddin Shaikh was arrested for allegedly committing thefts at 15 houses in Mahim Police Colony. He broke into police quarters and stole silver idols. Arrested based on CCTV footage, he was also wanted in multiple break-in cases across Kurla, Antop Hill, and Dindoshi.

A history-sheeter was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly committing thefts at 15 houses in Mahim Police Colony, officials said.

The accused, Kamaruddin Shaikh, gained entry by breaking the locks of police quarters between 1 to 4 am on Saturday and stole silver idols worth Rs 13,000, according to sources.

Authorities apprehended Shaikh based on CCTV footage, revealing he was also sought in at least eight cases of house break-ins in Kurla, Antop Hill, and Dindoshi.

(With inputs from agencies.)