How Did the Ahmedabad Crime Branch Unravel a Rs 20 Lakh NRI Jewellery Theft?
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Synopsis
On Jan 24, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch recovered gold jewellery valued at Rs 20 lakh and arrested two women involved in the theft from an NRI. This incident reveals the audacious tactics employed by criminals targeting unsuspecting passengers in crowded public transport. Discover how law enforcement swiftly brought the culprits to justice.
Key Takeaways
- Ahmedabad Crime Branch recovered stolen jewellery worth Rs 20 lakh.
- Two women were arrested for their involvement in the theft.
- The suspects targeted unsuspecting passengers on crowded BRTS and AMTS buses.
- The victim was a visiting NRI who had come for a religious event.
- Authorities are investigating possible connections to other thefts in Ahmedabad.
Ahmedabad, Jan 24 (NationPress) The Ahmedabad Crime Branch successfully recovered gold jewellery valued at over Rs 20 lakh and apprehended two women linked to the theft involving a visiting non-resident Indian (NRI) woman.
The suspects, identified as Ramilaben Parmar (28) from Vadaj and Sarla Ganava (34) from NirmalnagarDahod district, allegedly targeted riders on busy BRTS and AMTS buses.
Authorities revealed that the women utilized young children to blend in and masqueraded as daily wage laborers while executing the thefts.
The victim, Saryuben, a resident of the USA, was in Gujarat with her family attending a religious ceremony at the Dada Bhagwan Trimandir in Adalaj.
She was in possession of ancestral gold intended for redesigning for her son and daughter-in-law when it was pilfered during a bus ride.
A formal complaint was filed at the Satellite Police Station under the appropriate provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. According to a senior officer from the Crime Branch, “Thanks to our investigation and intel inputs, we were able to identify and arrest the suspects within hours, recovering all the stolen jewellery.”
The recovered items include six gold coins from AB Jewels weighing 102.5 grams, a gold bangle worth Rs 2.3 lakh, and a gold necklace valued at Rs 1.5 lakh, amounting to a total estimated worth of Rs 20.2 lakh. The police are investigating whether these suspects are involved in similar thefts across Ahmedabad.
In a related incident last December, a UK-based NRI, Sunanda Malusare, reported a theft in Vadodara where her handbag, containing cash and jewellery worth Rs 7.15 lakh, was stolen while she was shopping.
Additionally, in November, the Ahmedabad police conducted a raid on a fraudulent call centre accused of deceiving NRIs through fake medicine scams, which resulted in the arrest of 24 individuals. Computers and servers were confiscated during the extensive investigation into the multi-month con.
Point of View
It is imperative to recognize the grave implications of such incidents on public safety and trust in law enforcement. The swift response from the Ahmedabad Crime Branch exemplifies the commitment to ensuring the safety of citizens and visitors alike. While the theft of Rs 20 lakh worth of jewellery is alarming, it also highlights the need for heightened vigilance in crowded places.
NationPress
24/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was stolen in the Ahmedabad jewellery theft?
Gold jewellery worth over Rs 20 lakh was stolen from a visiting NRI woman.
Who were the accused in the case?
The accused are Ramilaben Parmar and Sarla Ganava, both from Dahod district.
How did the suspects operate?
The suspects posed as daily wage workers and used young children to avoid raising suspicion while targeting passengers on crowded buses.
What has been recovered by the police?
The police recovered six gold coins, a gold bangle, and a gold necklace, totaling an estimated worth of Rs 20.2 lakh.
Has there been a rise in thefts targeting NRIs?
Yes, there have been several incidents reported recently, indicating a concerning trend.
