Chilli Heist: Daring Cash Robbery in Kukatpally

In Kukatpally, unidentified assailants robbed two men of Rs one crore, employing chilli powder to disorient them. Three suspects were caught at the airport, and some cash recovered. The heist is suspected to be linked to hawala transactions, and police are investigating further.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hyderabad | Updated: 17-03-2026 12:50 IST | Created: 17-03-2026 12:50 IST
Chilli Heist: Daring Cash Robbery in Kukatpally
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In a daring heist in Kukatpally, unidentified individuals allegedly robbed two men of Rs one crore. The incident unfolded late Monday night when the victims were attacked with chilli powder by bike-borne assailants, causing the victims to crash their two-wheeler.

Following the robbery, police launched a swift investigation, apprehending three of the suspects at the airport. Some of the stolen cash was recovered during the operation, while officials continue to search for others involved in the crime.

Preliminary investigations suggest the money might be linked to 'hawala' transactions. The police, however, are pursuing the matter further to unravel the complete details behind the audacious robbery.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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