Duo Nabbed for Delhi Metro Gold Heist

Delhi Police arrested two men for stealing 141 grams of gold biscuits from a passenger on a moving Delhi Metro train, officials reported Sunday. The theft, which occurred between Bahadurgarh and Shadipur stations, led to the recovery of Rs 3 lakh in suspected sale proceeds.

The incident came to light on July 11 when commuter Amit Santra reported the theft of gold biscuits from his bag. A case was registered at Raja Garden Metro police station, prompting a swift investigation. Police analyzed CCTV footage from metro stations and coaches to identify the culprits.

On July 23, authorities apprehended Sonu Chand, 29, a habitual offender and paan vendor from Dabri with six prior theft cases. Chand confessed to the crime and admitted to selling the stolen gold. A raid on his residence recovered Rs 3 lakh in cash, believed to be the proceeds of the sale.

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Further interrogation revealed two associates: Jai Prakash Tiwari, 31, a private finance company employee, and Sumit Shinde, 21, a gold refinery owner in Karol Bagh. Shinde was arrested and placed on police remand, while Tiwari was bound down under legal provisions.

Police are continuing efforts to recover the remaining stolen gold and investigate potential links to other thefts.

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