Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Arrest Chain-Snatching Gang
A group of people in Pimpri-Chinchwad was caught by the police for stealing jewelry.
They were involved in many chain-snatching incidents, and sadly, one of their crimes led to a woman's death.
The police investigated by looking at security camera footage and following leads, eventually arresting several people.
They also found a person who was buying the stolen goods.
The police recovered stolen gold and other items worth a lot of money.
Now, the police are considering using a special law to punish the accused more severely.
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police arrested a chain-snatching gang involved in multiple crimes.
The gang was linked to 12 solved chain-snatching cases, along with other offenses.
One of their attempts resulted in the death of a woman who fell while they tried to steal her chain.
Police seized 10.3 tolas of gold, two motorcycles, and other items worth Rs 12.31 lakh.
Authorities are considering invoking MCOCA against the accused.
- Who
- Pimpri-Chinchwad Police arrested Akshay Raju Sherawat, Rushi Buddhiman Nanawat, Arman Pralhad Nanawat, Sonu Firoz Guddawat, and Khushal Singh Jodh Singh Rao.
- What
- Pimpri-Chinchwad Police arrested a chain-snatching gang and recovered stolen items.
- When
- The arrests were made on August 6th and 8th.
- Where
- Pimpri-Chinchwad and surrounding areas in Pune and Ahilyanagar districts.
- Why
- The arrests were made after investigating chain-snatching incidents, with the aim of solving the crimes and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Police Action
Accused Responsibility
Crimes Solved
Police Action
The police are taking action to solve the crimes.
Accused Responsibility
The accused are being held responsible for their actions.
- Solved Cases
- 12 chain-snatching cases, one culpable homicide, one dacoity, and one vehicle theft
- Seized Items Value
- Rs 12.31 lakh
- Gold Seized
- 10.3 tolas
- Main Accused
- Akshay Raju Sherawat
- Buyer Arrested
- Khushal Singh Jodh Singh Rao