Bhubaneswar, Odisha: In a major breakthrough, Tamando Police have busted an alleged LPG cylinder theft racket operating across Bhubaneswar. Police have arrested four people, including the suspected mastermind, and recovered more than 70 stolen gas cylinders during the investigation.
According to reports, the gang allegedly targeted residential areas, stole LPG cylinders from houses and sold them at different locations across the city. The racket came to light following complaints registered at multiple police stations.
Four Accused Arrested in Cylinder Theft Case
Police have arrested four people in connection with the alleged theft operation. The prime accused has been identified as Tushar Ranjan Barik.
Investigators reportedly tracked the suspects after receiving complaints about missing LPG cylinders from different parts of Bhubaneswar. The arrests followed coordinated efforts by police to identify those involved and trace the stolen property.
Complaints From Four Police Station Areas
The investigation gained momentum after complaints were registered at Khandagiri, Chandaka, Bharatpur and Tamando police stations.
These complaints pointed towards a possible organised network involved in stealing LPG cylinders from residential properties and selling them elsewhere in the city.
Police subsequently investigated the cases and followed leads that helped them identify and apprehend the suspects.
More Than 70 Stolen LPG Cylinders Recovered
During the operation, police seized more than 70 LPG cylinders allegedly stolen from different locations.
The recovery is an important development in the investigation, as officers work to establish where the cylinders were stolen and how they were distributed and sold.
Police are also expected to investigate whether the accused had additional buyers or associates involved in the alleged operation.
Investigation Continues
The arrest of four suspects and recovery of more than 70 cylinders have brought the alleged theft network to police attention. Investigators are continuing their inquiry to determine the full scale of the operation and identify any other people connected with it.
The case has also raised concerns among residents about the security of household LPG cylinders and the need to report suspicious activity promptly.
With the investigation underway, further details about the accused, recovered cylinders and possible additional arrests are awaited.
