Archive · 21 May 2025
Gold Stolen from Bengaluru Home While Couple Away
An elderly couple went for a doctor's visit and when they returned, someone had broken into their house.
The thieves took gold jewelry, including necklaces, earrings, and bangles.
The couple told the police, who are now investigating.
They think someone the couple knows might be responsible because the doors and windows were open.
The police have started a case.
An elderly couple reported a theft of gold ornaments from their home in Bengaluru.
Approximately 468 grams of gold were stolen while the couple was away for a medical check-up.
The theft occurred between 11 AM and 11 PM on May 17.
Entry was gained through a cut window frame and an open kitchen door.
Police suspect someone known to the couple might be involved.
- Who
- Unknown; police are investigating, suspecting possible involvement of someone known to the couple.
- What
- Theft of gold ornaments, including bangles, earrings, chains, and a necklace.
- When
- Between 11 AM and 11 PM on May 17.
- Where
- A house in Binnamangala village near Devanahalli, Bengaluru.
- Why
- To steal gold ornaments from the couple's residence.
- Location of Theft
- Binnamangala village, Bengaluru
- Date of Incident
- May 17
- Items Stolen
- Gold ornaments
- Amount Stolen
- Approximately 468 grams
- Suspects
- Unknown; police investigation ongoing
- Police Action
- Case registered under BNS sections 331 and 305
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