Concert Chaos: Mobile Phone Heist at Pune Event

In Pune, police arrested four individuals during a concert for allegedly stealing mobile phones. A total of 36 devices valued at Rs 4.87 lakh were reported stolen, but 14 were recovered. The suspects, part of a suspected gang, were apprehended with further investigations ongoing.

In a surprising turn of events at a musical concert in Pune's Kharadi area, police have arrested four individuals allegedly responsible for a series of mobile phone thefts. According to a senior police official, the arrests led to the recovery of 14 out of the 36 stolen phones, worth Rs 4.87 lakh in total.

The incident unfolded on October 18 when a 20-year-old concert-goer reported the theft to Chandan Nagar police. Acting swiftly on the complaint, the police traced the thefts to a group, arresting two suspects each from Hyderabad and Mumbai.

Authorities believe the operation could be the tip of a larger crime syndicate, prompting a thorough investigation. The incident highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in curbing theft during large public events.

(With inputs from agencies.)