'Dhakka Gang' makes merry stealing bags of shoppers in South Mumbai

Taking advantage of the festive season, the ‘dhakka gang' has once again intensified its activities in South Mumbai. In the last week, six cases of bag lifting and robbery have been reported in MRA Marg and LT Marg police stations. Police suspect that the gang is targeting the southern part of the city, as it is a favourite shopping destination for many. And as it remains crowded most of the time, their modus operandi works quite well. While one member of the gang gives the target a ‘dhakka', another member snatches the valuables and runs away.

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On October 21, a domestic helper, who was carrying Rs 2 lakh cash in his pocket, was robbed Near Crawford Market.

Police says
Senior inspector of MRA police station Sukhlal Varpe said, "We have registered a case in the incident and also have CCTV footage. We have deployed more personnel in the area."

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LT Marg police station has also registered a case of bag lifting. The complainant approached police saying that his bag, which contained Rs 40,000, was stolen. A police officer said, "The complainant was walking near Mangaldas market, when someone came from behind, snatched his bag and ran away. We have registered a case and are trying to get CCTV footage from the area."