A man allegedly posing as a customer stole gold jewellery worth more than ₹7 lakh from a jewellery shop in East Delhi’s Vinod Nagar area on Saturday afternoon. The incident took place within the jurisdiction of Mandawali Police Station, raising concerns about thefts targeting local businesses.
12 Gold Pendants Stolen in Minutes
The incident occurred between 12 pm and 12:30 pm on October 24, 2026. The shopkeeper, Vishal Kumar, lodged a complaint alleging that the man entered the jewellery shop on the pretext of purchasing ornaments.
The suspect allegedly stole 12 gold mangalsutra pendants weighing approximately 55 grams before fleeing the premises. The stolen jewellery has been valued at more than ₹7 lakh.
CCTV Footage Captures the Incident
CCTV footage from the jewellery shop has been obtained by the police. The footage reportedly shows a man stealing gold ornaments from the shop.
The recordings are expected to assist investigators in identifying the suspect and tracing his movements following the incident.
Police Teams Launched Search
Police have formed multiple teams to identify and apprehend the accused. The investigation is focused on examining the available CCTV footage and gathering evidence related to the theft.
The case highlights the importance of surveillance systems and security precautions for jewellery retailers, particularly when handling valuable ornaments during customer transactions.
Further developments in the investigation will depend on the identification and apprehension of the suspect.