Man arrested for burglary in multiple flats of Howrah; 9.5 lakhs recovered

A major theft incident in Howrah has resulted in the arrest of a suspect, following a series of burglaries from residential flats. The theft, which occurred on August 5, 2024, involved the stealing of ₹14 lakhs in cash from four adjacent flats. The crime took place in a building located near the Howrah Police Station, which heightened the urgency and scrutiny of the investigation.

Upon receiving a complaint about the theft, the Howrah Police Station launched an immediate investigation. The breakthrough came from analyzing CCTV footage and gathering information from confidential sources. The police were able to arrest the accused based on these leads.

In a significant development, the Howrah Police Station recovered ₹9.5 lakh of the stolen cash. The authorities are now working to determine if there are any other individuals involved in this criminal activity and whether the theft is linked to a larger network of criminal operations.

The case has drawn considerable attention due to the proximity of the crime scene to the police station and the substantial amount of money stolen. The investigation continues as the police aim to recover the remaining stolen funds and apprehend any other accomplices.