Nagpur: In a swift operation, DHANTOLI Police apprehended two individuals suspected of planning a robbery near Gorakshan Sabha in the early hours of Monday. Authorities seized a range of tools from the suspects’ possession, including a steel saw, saw blades, a small knife, a plier, candles, and a set of keys belonging to vehicles, including a Honda Activa scooter and motorcycles, as well as a Maruti Swift car key, all stashed in a bag.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Loknat Dhanraj Naranje (48) from Barse Nagar, Bhankheda, Pachpaoli, and Dinesh Ramlal Bawne (31) from Sarandi, taluka Lakhandur, district Bhandara. The diligent actions of Police Constable Pradeep Mohe and Constable Harish Jawaji, who spotted the suspicious duo near Gorakshan Sabha temple during their patrol, led to the swift apprehension.
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Upon noticing the officers, the suspects attempted to conceal themselves behind a nearby tea stall, but were promptly apprehended. Subsequent searches led to the discovery of the incriminating tools and keys in their possession. Preliminary investigations suggest that the duo had intentions to commit a robbery in the Dhantoli area.
Both Naranje and Bawne have been arrested and charged under Sections 398, 401, and 34 of the IPC, as the police continue their investigation into the thwarted robbery attempt.
