An unidentified thief recently stole a vault containing gold jewelry and cash, worth around Rs 19.63 lakh, from a private finance firm in Pydhonie area of Mumbai. The police have filed a case against an unknown person and launched a probe into the theft. They are relying on the CCTV footage of the firm to track down the suspect. According to Mumbai Police, Ramchandra Sakharam Pawar, a resident of Maharashtra Nagar in Mankhurd, serves as a manager at Hanuman Nagari Patpedhi Limited, the finance firm located on Samuel Street. The firm, which employs five staff members, is chaired by Shankar Kisan Pawar. It provides loans to clients against pledged gold, which is typically stored securely in a private bank in Bhuleshwar. However, owing to an upcoming audit, all the gold assets were temporarily brought back to the office for July 2024’s scheduled checks. After the audit, the gold, alongside other cash reserves, was stored in the firm’s vault. This included approximately 250 grams (25 tolas) of gold valued at Rs 18.5 lakh and cash worth Rs 1.13 lakh. On October 30, the employees secured the office before leaving for the night. On arriving at the firm the following morning, one of the employees, Sanjay Bajirao Chavan, found the office in disarray, with files scattered across the floor and the vault missing. On checking the premises, the employees discovered that three bars on the grill of the rear window had been cut, suggesting the entry point of the thief. Upon discovering the theft, Pawar immediately informed Mumbai Police. Officers arrived at the scene promptly and, based on Pawar’s report, filed a theft case against an unidentified individual. The police have since seized CCTV footage from the finance firm and its nearby locations and launched a search operation to identify and apprehend the accused.
05 November,2024 09:23 PM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva AgasheMumbai Customs on Tuesday said that two passengers were held at the Mumbai airport for alleged wildlife smuggling after the officials seized exotic turtles from them. In an official statement, the Mumbai Customs said that the officials at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI) intercepted two passengers arriving from Bangkok, uncovering a wildlife smuggling attempt involving 12 exotic turtles. The endangered reptiles were found hidden in a sophisticated manner, concealed inside rectangular plastic boxes buried beneath food packets in the passengers' trolley bags. Upon inspection, the officials discovered a total of eight Japanese Pond Turtles (Mauremys Japonica) and four Scorpion Mud Turtles, also known as Red Cheek Mud Turtles (Kinosternon scorpioides). Both species are listed under Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) and Schedule IV of India's newly amended Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which imposes strict regulations on the trade and transportation of endangered wildlife, the statement said. "The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) – Western Region, Navi Mumbai, immediately took action upon identifying the species. The exotic turtles were carefully handed over to airline staff for repatriation to their country of origin, as per international wildlife protection protocols," the statement said. It said that the officials have initiated legal proceedings against the two passengers under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962, and the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. "The two suspects have been arrested and are currently in custody for violating multiple laws related to wildlife trafficking," the officials said.
05 November,2024 03:54 PM IST | Mumbai | Prasun ChoudhariMumbai's Special NIA court, which is hearing the Malegaon blast case, received a threat call. An official told mid-day that the caller also threatened to hurt the judge who is currently hearing the case. The threat call was received at the Sessions Court registrar's office during the Diwali holiday and since then an investigation has been launched by the Colaba Police into the matter. The NIA is conducting a parallel investigation into the matter. This is breaking news, further details awaited
05 November,2024 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | Faizan KhanThe investigation into the murder of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddiqui has intensified, with the Mumbai Police confirming that the firearms used in the crime originated from Rajasthan. The Crime Branch has mobilised five teams outside Maharashtra in a concerted effort to locate the suspects involved in this high-profile case. One of the primary targets is Zeeshan, who has been identified as the alleged mastermind behind the murder. As the investigation unfolds, the Crime Branch has also recovered another weapon connected to the killing from the Pune residence of Rupesh Mohol, one of the accused. This marks the fifth weapon retrieved in relation to the case. Authorities are still searching for one additional weapon and three live cartridges, believing that a total of six firearms were transported to Mumbai as part of the murder plot. Prior to this latest recovery, a weapon was found at the residence of Ram Fulchand Kanoujia in Raigad, Maharashtra, where he was living on rent. The police have revealed that, upon examining the mobile phones of the shooters, images of pistols were discovered, further implicating the accused in the crime. Thus far, the Crime Branch has arrested a total of 15 individuals in connection with the murder, with 10 of them currently in judicial custody. Baba Siddiqui, a former minister in Maharashtra, was shot dead by three gunmen on October 12, near the office of his son, Zeeshan Siddique, in Nirmal Nagar, Mumbai. The responsibility for the murder has been claimed by the gang of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation. As the Mumbai Police continue their pursuit of justice, the focus remains on apprehending Zeeshan and dismantling the network of individuals involved in this brazen act of violence. The authorities are committed to ensuring that all those responsible for this heinous crime are brought to justice, and they are working diligently to uncover any further evidence that may aid in the investigation. (With inputs from ANI)
05 November,2024 11:55 AM IST | MumbaiBollywood actor Salman Khan has received a fresh threat, as reported by a police official on Tuesday. The threat, which was sent to the Mumbai traffic police helpline, has left authorities concerned for the actor's safety. According to the police, the message was read around midnight by an officer who was monitoring the helpline. The individual behind the threat claims to be a brother of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The message was quite alarming, stating that if Salman Khan wishes to remain alive, he must either visit the temple of the Bishnoi community to apologise or pay a sum of Rs 5 crore. The sender went on to threaten that if Khan fails to comply, there would be dire consequences, implying that the gang is still operational and would carry out their threats. In light of this new threat, the police have initiated an investigation to trace the origin of the message. They have also increased security measures around Salman Khan to ensure his safety. The police are looking into potential links between this threat and Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently incarcerated on a range of serious charges, including attempted murder and extortion. This incident is not isolated, as Salman Khan has faced threats in the past, primarily linked to the Bishnoi gang. The Bishnoi community has a longstanding feud with the actor, dating back to a 1998 incident involving the alleged poaching of endangered blackbucks during the filming of "Hum Saath-Saath Hain." This has made Salman Khan a target for threats from members of this community. The police are taking this situation seriously, and the increased security for Salman Khan is a precautionary measure amid the ongoing investigation. The actor's fanbase and the wider public are now on alert as they await further developments regarding this concerning situation. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, as threats against high-profile individuals like Salman Khan highlight the serious nature of gang-related violence in India. The police urge anyone with information about the threat to come forward and assist in the investigation, reinforcing their commitment to ensuring the safety of the actor and addressing the ongoing challenges posed by organised crime in the region. (With inputs from PTI)
05 November,2024 10:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Faizan KhanThe DB Marg Police has filed a POCSO case against a Surat man who was found dead in a hotel room in Mumbai. The manager of a south Mumbai hotel had informed police on November 2 about a guest who was found unconscious. The man was then rushed to a hospital where he was declared dead. During inquiry into his death, the police found out that the deceased was a native of Surat and he was accompanied by a 14-year-old girl. A police official told mid-day, "The deceased and the victim were in a room and based on the victim’s mother’s statement we have registered an FIR under the relevant sections of the POSCO Act."
04 November,2024 05:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva AgasheThe Mumbai police have released the 24-year-old woman apprehended for allegedly giving a death threat to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath after interrogating her, an official said on Monday, reported news agency PTI. Fatima Khan, an IT graduate living with her family in Ulhasnagar, Thane district, was nabbed in a joint operation by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad and police. The official said she was brought to Mumbai for interrogation, served a notice, and later released on Sunday. According to the Mumbai police, Khan is well-qualified but mentally unstable. Her father works in the timber business, reported PTI. The Mumbai traffic police on Saturday received a WhatsApp message from an unknown number threatening that if Adityanath did not resign as Uttar Pradesh chief minister in 10 days, he would be killed like NCP leader Baba Siddique, who was gunned down last month, reported PTI. During the probe, it was found that Khan had sent the message, and she was apprehended from Ulhasnagar in a joint operation by the ATS and police. The police are on alert as Adityanath is expected to visit Maharashtra to campaign for the November 20 assembly elections. Mumbai cops send proposal for Anmol Bishnoi's extradition after alert from US The Mumbai police have sent a proposal for the extradition of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's younger brother Anmol Bishnoi, who has been named as an accused in some high-profile crimes, including the Baba Siddique murder case, an official said. The proposal was sent after the US authorities informed the Mumbai police about Anmol Bishnoi's presence in their country, the senior police official said on Saturday. Last month, the Mumbai police's crime branch moved the special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court here stating that it intends to "initiate the extradition procedure of fugitive criminal Anmol Bishnoi". It filed an affidavit "for further necessary action", which was allowed by the special court. The Mumbai police have sent the proposal for Anmol Bishnoi's extradition to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), which will then be forwarded to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the police official said. Both Lawrence and Anmol Bishnoi have been named as wanted accused in the April 14 firing incident outside the Bollywood actor Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartment in Mumbai's Bandra area. (With inputs from PTI)
04 November,2024 12:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA representative from an online platform that offers a variety of services at home reportedly absconded with jewellery worth Rs 5 lakh from a house where he was scheduled to provide a shave and haircutting services through online booking. A complaint in this regard has been filed at Malad police station. According to the police, a 39-year-old Malad resident working with a multinational retail company booked an appointment for a haircut and shave on the platform on Friday (November 1). Subsequently, a service provider claiming to be from the online platform called the complainant and said he would arrive at his residence around 12.30 pm on Saturday. According to the FIR, after the service provider was done with the haircut and shave, he pointed out blemishes on the complainant’s face, suggesting that a facial treatment could remove them. Upon the complainant’s agreement, the accused put various creams on his face and covered his eyes with a cloth, instructing him to keep them shut. The complainant told the police that he heard the sound of the cupboard opening but thought he was mistaken. When the service provider left, the complainant noticed that the cupboard door was slightly ajar. Upon checking, he discovered that the jewellery was missing. He asked his mother about the missing items, but she had no knowledge about them. Suspecting that the service provider had taken the jewellery, the complainant approached the police to file a complaint. “We have launched an investigation and are searching for the service provider. We have also sent a summons notice on his mobile number,” said an officer from Malad police station. The reporter reached out to the online platform via email but didn’t receive a response. Nov 2November 2 Day the incident occurred
04 November,2024 11:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah KhanJust a month after the stabbing of a social media influencer in Wadala, two accused have again issued threats against her and her family. On Saturday night, the suspects confronted Shabana Vishwanath Shetty, a 51-year-old influencer, and her son Annu, 20, wielding a machete and threatening to kill them. They later posted a video on social media Instagram, warning they would shoot them. Following the incident, the Wadala police registered another FIR and arrested both suspects. The alleged attackers have been identified as Faiyaz Khan and Faiz Shaikh, who were previously involved in a stabbing case. According to sources, Shabana Shetty resides in Wadala with her husband, Vishwanath Shetty, 48, a property dealer, and their son, Annu, also known as Vikas. In September, Annu was attacked by a group of four people, including Faiyaz and Faiz, while he was speaking with the sister of one of the accused outside their home. Their conversation escalated into a fight, and the attackers used a sharp knife. During the altercation, Shabana Shetty was also stabbed and hospitalised. The Wadala police registered a cross FIR at the time, as one of the attackers was also injured. Speaking to mid-day, Shabana's husband, Vishwanath Shetty, said, “My wife was with family outside our home in Wadala on Saturday night when Faiyaz Khan and Faiz Shaikh arrived with a koyta. They threatened to kill her and our son, Annu. Faiyaz demanded to know where our son was, saying he wanted to kill him too.” Shetty explained that his wife shouted for help, and locals gathered, but Faiz threatened the crowd, warning them not to interfere. After making these threats, the suspects fled and later uploaded a video on Instagram with the Hindi song Goli Maro, indicating they would shoot them. Shetty immediately reported the incident to the Wadala police, who registered an FIR against Faiyaz and Faiz for the death threats. Following the FIR, the Wadala police arrested both suspects and are investigating further. "Last month, while trying to protect our son, these men stabbed my wife and injured her. She was admitted to KEM Hospital, received treatment, and was discharged. The Wadala police also registered an FIR and a cross FIR, as one of the attackers was injured in the fight," Shetty added. Speaking with mid-day, PSI Amruta Garude of the Wadala police station said, “We have arrested Faiyaz Khan and Faiz Shaikh for threatening the woman and her son in Wadala. They are in our custody.” 51Age of the influencer
04 November,2024 07:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Shirish VaktaniaOver 17 days, the Mumbai traffic police’s WhatsApp number received three threatening messages in connection with the recent murder of Baba Siddique. The traffic and Worli police explained that these threats came through WhatsApp since the number is publicly available and easily accessible. The police successfully identified the three people allegedly behind these threats. "The WhatsApp number is on all public platforms and is widely publicised so citizens can report their issues. However, these threats create panic. We followed protocol and notified the Worli police, and they investigated," said a traffic police officer, speaking anonymously. Salman Khan According to the Worli police, these threats were hoaxes. “All the messages were false and created panic by warning that Salman Khan would face ‘consequences like Baba Siddique,’” they said. On November 2, a message stated that Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath should resign or face similar consequences. The traffic police notified the Worli police, who, with the ATS and Crime Branch, identified the sender as a woman from Ulhasnagar who was reportedly mentally unstable. "She was handed over to Worli police for further investigation," the police said. In another case, on October 29, a message demanded Rs 2 crore and threatened that Zeeshan Siddique and Salman Khan would be shot on October 30 if the money wasn’t sent. Following a technical investigation, the Worli police tracked down Azar Mohammad Mustafa, a 56-year-old unemployed man from Bandra, who was subsequently arrested. On October 17, a message demanded R5 crore from Bollywood actor Salman Khan, stating that he would face consequences like Baba Siddique if he didn’t pay. The Worli police registered an FIR and arrested a 24-year-old vegetable vendor, Shaikh Hussain, from Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Rs 5crRansom demanded by one of the issued threats
04 November,2024 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Apoorva AgasheThe residents of Ulhasnagar discovered a newborn girl abandoned near the sacred grounds of Ambika Temple early on Sunday. Around 5.30 am, the residents noticed a sack near the temple in Ambika Nagar. Upon opening it, they were shocked to find an infant inside. Upon discovering the infant , the residents immediately alerted social workers Sandeep Dongre and Rakesh Mane, who arrived at the scene and took the necessary action. With Mane’s and Dongre’s help, the police were informed, and, under their guidance, the infant was taken to the Central Hospital in Ulhasnagar, where doctors conducted an initial examination. The medical team reported that the the baby’s health is stable, and she received the necessary care. “ The girl is undergoing treatment as she developed an infection. The doctors said that she might have been born five to six hours hours before she was abandoned,” Dongre told mid-day. In a symbolic gesture, the infant has been named ‘Ambika’ after the temple where she was found. The police have launched an investigation to trace those responsible for abandoning the child. The authorities have assured that all necessary steps will be taken for the child's well-being, and the Vithalwadi Police have registered a first information report (FIR) in this matter.
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