Madikeri: Kodagu Superintendent of Police, K Ramarajan, addressed the media in Madikeri, providing details about an ongoing investigation into a case of theft involving a car and cash valued at approximately Rs 50 lakh. The incident took place in Devapura, Ponnampet, within the district.

According to SP Ramarajan, the thieves intercepted a Kerala native, Shamzad K, who was traveling in the car at Devapura early on Saturday morning. Shamzad, a contractor from Malappuram, had allegedly sold jewelry in Mysuru and was travelling with cash. The thieves allegedly stole both the vehicle and the money from him.

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Ramarajan stated that the police team is actively working to identify the suspects involved in the theft. The investigation involves questioning Shamzad about the source of the sold jewelry, reasons for carrying a large sum of money at night, and the absence of related documents. Shamzad reportedly lacks documentation for the jewelry sale and tax payment.

As a part of the investigation, the police have informed relevant authorities, including the Income Tax department, to ensure a comprehensive inquiry. Additionally, a team has been formed to investigate case related to dacoity, and inquiries have been initiated against Shamzad., the SP said.

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Gumla (PTI): Three persons were arrested on Monday for allegedly raping two women at a village in Jharkhand’s Gumla district, police said.

All the three accused have been remanded to judicial custody, Gumla Sadar Police Station officer-in-charge, Mahendra Karmali, told PTI.

According to police, one of the women had been called to Gumla Sadar by her boyfriend on Sunday for an outing.

“She arrived at the spot accompanied by a female. The woman’s boyfriend then called a friend, and they took the two women to a secluded place in Sisai police station area in the evening, forcibly made them consume alcohol before raping them,” the officer said.

The accused later called another man to the spot, who also allegedly raped the women, he said.

“The women later reached the Sadar Police Station and lodged a complaint on Sunday night. Police conducted raids and nabbed the three accused on Monday,” he added.

Further investigation is underway.