2 key accused remain at large in separate theft cases reported in Haldwani last year, including the burglary of a jewellery shop and an alleged drugging incident at a businessman’s home. Police say investigations are continuing and efforts are underway to trace those still wanted.
Jewellery shop burglary
The first case concerns Radhika Jewellery Shop near Kusumkheda crossing. According to the reported investigation, Janakraj Joshi rented a shop next to the jewellery store and allegedly used repair work as cover to breach the adjoining wall.
The burglary took place during the night of 19-20 December. Thieves escaped with jewellery valued at about 1.5 crore rupees. Police reached some of the alleged participants, but Janakraj, described in the report as the alleged mastermind, has not been apprehended.
Theft at businessman’s home
The second incident took place at the home of businessman Deepak Aggarwal on 26 November. Police allege that a woman identified as Ramba, who is described as being of Nepali origin, obtained work as a domestic helper through an online platform.
After gaining the family’s trust, she allegedly gave Deepak Aggarwal and his wife juice containing a sedative. The allegation is that both became unconscious, after which she left with valuables from the house.
The report does not state that the valuables recovered or the total loss in the second case has been established. It also does not say that the accused in either case has been convicted by a court.
Police investigation continues
SP City Harbans Singh said the investigation remains in progress and police are searching for the accused. The cases therefore remain under investigation, with the alleged key accused still outside police custody.
For residents and businesses in Haldwani, the 2 cases underline the continuing police effort to trace suspects in separate theft investigations. The available report confirms the major details of the incidents but does not provide a new recovery figure or a confirmed arrest update.
Conclusion
The alleged key accused in both Haldwani theft cases remain at large, while police continue investigating the jewellery shop burglary and the alleged theft from Deepak Aggarwal’s home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many theft cases are covered in the report?
The report covers 2 separate theft cases in Haldwani.
Q. What was stolen in the jewellery shop case?
Jewellery valued at about 1.5 crore rupees was stolen from the shop near Kusumkheda crossing.
Q. When did the jewellery shop burglary occur?
The burglary took place during the night of 19-20 December.
Q. Who is identified as the alleged mastermind in that case?
Janakraj Joshi is identified as the alleged mastermind, and police have not apprehended him.
Q. When did the incident at Deepak Aggarwal’s home occur?
The incident at the businessman’s home took place on 26 November.
Q. What does police say about the investigation?
SP City Harbans Singh said the investigation is continuing and police are searching for the accused.
