In a major crackdown, the Jagadgirigutta police of Cyberabad have successfully cracked five criminal cases within just two days, recovering stolen gold, cash, and expensive EV batteries.

  • Jagadgirigutta police resolved five distinct criminal cases in 48 hours.
  • A former Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) constable was arrested for defrauding a woman.
  • Recovered items include 3.5 tolas of gold, ₹9 lakh in cash, and ₹10 lakh worth of batteries.

The Jagadgirigutta police of Cyberabad have demonstrated exceptional efficiency by solving five separate criminal cases in a span of just two days. The operations led to the arrest of several individuals, including a former paramilitary personnel, and the recovery of significant stolen property including gold, large sums of cash, and high-value industrial batteries.

The Betrayal: Former SSB Constable Behind Major Fraud

One of the most prominent cases involves the arrest of Kamineddi Shiva Mohan Reddy, a native of Andhra Pradesh. Reddy, who served as a constable in the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) for 12 years before being dismissed for misconduct, allegedly orchestrated a sophisticated fraud against a woman. He reportedly gained her trust and subsequently extorted approximately ₹9 lakh and 3.5 tolas of gold under the pretext of medical emergencies for himself and his family.

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Investigation revealed that Reddy had a history of involvement in similar fraudulent activities in the Markapuram and Giddalur areas. Following his dismissal from the SSB, he allegedly turned to online betting and predatory fraud to sustain his lifestyle.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that crimes committed by individuals with prior law enforcement or paramilitary training pose a unique threat to public safety due to their ability to manipulate trust and utilize tactical knowledge for deception.

The exploitation of trust by former security personnel highlights a growing pattern of white-collar crime in the region.

Burglary and Battery Theft Uncovered: In addition to the fraud case, police apprehended Garikapati Venkatesh for a string of night-time burglaries in Asbestos Colony. Venkatesh is accused of breaking into three houses, stealing mobile phones, silver, and cash. Furthermore, Thota Guruvappa, an employee at an EV charging station, was arrested for the theft of four batteries valued at ₹10 lakh. A special police team successfully tracked him to his hometown in Andhra Pradesh.

Historical Background

The Cyberabad police commissionerate has recently intensified its focus on both property crimes and financial frauds, implementing more aggressive patrolling and intelligence-gathering methods to combat the rise in urban theft and sophisticated scams.

Did You Know?: The stolen EV batteries were valued at approximately ₹2.5 lakh each, reflecting the high black-market demand for electric vehicle components.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Who was the former SSB constable arrested?
Answer: Kamineddi Shiva Mohan Reddy was arrested for allegedly cheating a woman of gold and cash.

Question 2: What was the total value of the stolen batteries recovered?
Answer: The police recovered four batteries with a combined market value of approximately ₹10 lakh.