Itanagar, Oct 30: Banderdewa Police has recovered 20 stolen two-wheelers from different locations in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam and arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with a vehicle theft case.
The recovery followed an investigation into the theft of a TVS NTORQ scooter from Banderdewa market, reported on September 28. Banderdewa Police Station registered a case (No. 55/2026) under Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and entrusted the investigation to SI Koj Tada.
A dedicated team comprising SI Koj Tada, ASI Kipa Takia, head constables Tade Bomdom and Kipa Aka was constituted under the supervision of Banderdewa Police Station Officer-in-Charge Inspector Kipa Hamak, following reports of multiple vehicle thefts in and around the ICR Naharlagun.
Using human and technical intelligence, the team traced and apprehended Jiten Pegu alias Nanu (23), a resident of No. 18 Chaulmari under Bihpuria Police Station in Assam’s Lakhimpur district.
The accused was produced before the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC), Yupia, and remanded to police custody for further investigation.
Based on information provided by the accused, police recovered 20 stolen two-wheelers from various locations in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The recovered vehicles include eight TVS NTORQ scooters, five Yamaha RayZR scooters, one Honda Dio scooter and six other motorcycles.
Naharlagun Superintendent of Police Dr Nyelam Nega said further investigation was underway to establish ownership of the recovered vehicles, identify their rightful owners and ascertain whether other persons were involved in the thefts.
Police appealed to people whose two-wheelers have been stolen to contact the officer-in-charge of Banderdewa Police Station if they suspect their vehicles are among those recovered. They have been asked to carry valid ownership documents, including the registration certificate, vehicle registration number and other identifying details, along with a copy of the FIR or theft complaint, for verification.
The SP also urged vehicle owners to remain vigilant and take precautions against theft. Citizens have been advised to park in secure, well-lit areas, preferably under CCTV surveillance, ensure their vehicles are properly locked and use additional security measures such as handle locks and anti-theft devices.
People have also been advised to avoid leaving vehicles unattended in isolated or vulnerable locations for prolonged periods and to promptly report suspicious activities or thefts to the nearest police station.