Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Mumbai Police Arrests 12 for Thefts at Bandra Fair
The Mumbai police have arrested 12 people, including three women, at the Bandra Fair for stealing.
The fair attracts many visitors, making it a target for pickpockets.
The police set up a special team to catch these thieves.
The arrested individuals came from outside of Mumbai, and some of the women had previously been caught for stealing.
The police are working to keep the fair safe for the approximately 10 lakh devotees who visit the church annually.
The special squad caught some of the thieves in the act and others during questioning.
Mumbai police arrested 12 people for theft at the Mount Mary Fair.
Nine theft cases were registered in the last two days.
The arrests included three women, some with prior theft records.
Offenders came from outside Mumbai to target fair attendees.
A special police team was deployed to curb crime at the fair.
- Who
- Mumbai Police and 12 individuals
- What
- Arrests for theft and pickpocketing
- When
- During the Mount Mary Fair (Bandra Fair)
- Where
- Bandra, Mumbai
- Why
- To curb crime and maintain safety at the fair
- Event
- Mount Mary Fair (Bandra Fair)
- Location
- Mount Mary Basilica, Bandra, Mumbai
- Arrests
- 12 people (3 women)
- Charges
- Theft, pickpocketing
- Incidents
- Nine theft cases registered in two days
- Offenders' Origins
- Outside Mumbai (Pune, Amravati)
Sources
Bandra Fair 2025: No Buses Will Go Directly To Mount Mary Church; Here's How You Can Get There
Bandra Fair 2025: 12 Individuals Booked For Theft On Opening Day
Bandra Fair 2025: What People Love The Most About Mumbai's Mount Mary Feast; Watch Nostalgic Videos