In a major breakthrough against vehicle theft in the national capital, Delhi Police has arrested three members of an notorious auto lifting gang responsible for dozens of thefts across the city. The operation led to the recovery of 16 stolen vehicles, providing relief to countless victims who had lost their prized possessions.
The Crime Branch of Delhi Police received a tip-off about the gang’s activities in outer Delhi areas. Acting swiftly, a team laid a trap and nabbed the trio red-handed during a late-night operation. The accused, identified as Raju (32), Sonu (28), and Monty (25), confessed to stealing and dismantling vehicles for parts sale in the black market.
Investigations revealed that the gang targeted parked autos and cars in crowded markets and residential areas, using sophisticated tools to break locks without raising alarms. They operated under the cover of darkness, stripping vehicles of engines, chassis, and other high-value components which were then sold to scrap dealers in neighboring states.
‘We have been monitoring this gang for months. Their modus operandi was highly organized, with stolen parts finding their way to workshops in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana,’ said a senior police officer. The recovery includes 12 autos and 4 cars, all traced back to FIRs filed over the past year.
This crackdown is part of Delhi Police’s intensified drive against organized vehicle theft syndicates. With the monsoon season approaching, when thefts spike due to poor visibility, such operations are crucial. The arrested trio has a history of similar crimes, and police are now hunting for their accomplices.
Victims whose vehicles were recovered expressed gratitude, while authorities warn citizens to install GPS trackers and park in well-lit areas. The gang’s arrest disrupts a major supply chain for stolen auto parts, expected to curb theft rates significantly in the coming months.