Suryaa Telangana Desk: Sangareddy district police have arrested three members of an interstate gang responsible for robberies targeting cars parked on national highways at night. One additional suspect remains at large.
The investigation, led by district SP Paritosh Pankaj, involved special teams from the CCS, Zaheerabad sub-division, and Sadashivpet police. Using CCTV footage and technical evidence, police intercepted three suspects on a blue Yamaha R15 motorcycle without a number plate near the Madgi crossroads under the Chiragpally police station limits.
During questioning, the suspects admitted to their involvement in three robberies within the Chiragpally, Sadashivpet, and Kohir police station limits in Sangareddy district, as well as a robbery in Humnabad, Karnataka. The gang operated by wearing masks and using fake air pistols and knives to threaten occupants of cars parked in isolated areas. They would then travel on their motorcycle to Latur, Maharashtra, to sell stolen gold jewelry and divide the proceeds.
The arrested individuals are Hasan Sameer Sheikh (32), Santosh Segar Dhagudu (35), and Naushad Zakir Sayyed (24). Police are searching for the fourth suspect, Rafiq Shamshoddin Sheikh (28). Authorities recovered the motorcycle, a fake air pistol, two knives, masks, sweaters, a bag, two Aadhaar cards, and three cell phones.
Police noted that Hasan Sameer Sheikh has a history of theft and robbery cases in Maharashtra, and Santosh faces charges related to the Arms Act and robbery. Investigations are ongoing regarding the individuals who assisted in selling the stolen gold in Latur.
The SP advised night travelers to avoid stopping in isolated areas and to prioritize safe locations such as petrol bunks or hotels. In case of vehicle breakdowns, travelers are advised to contact Dial 112. The SP commended the police officers and staff involved in solving these cases.