Fri Feb 07 15:08:22 UTC 2025: **Inter-State Chain Snatcher Apprehended in Andhra Pradesh**

PUTTAPARTHI, Andhra Pradesh, Feb 7, 2025 – Police in Sri Sathya Sai district have arrested Chandrasekhar, an inter-state chain snatcher, in connection with multiple thefts. The arrest, made on Friday, followed a chain-snatching incident on January 27th near Rainbow School in Nallamada.

Chandrasekhar, along with six associates, is suspected of being involved in at least ten chain-snatching incidents across Annamayya and Chittoor districts. Police recovered 44 grams of stolen gold jewellery and a motorcycle during the arrest. The suspect, recently released from Madanapalle sub-jail, allegedly stole a motorcycle in Karnataka before committing the crime in Nallamada.

The operation was led by Circle Inspectors Narendra Reddy and Shivanjaneyulu, and Superintendent of Police V. Ratna praised their swift action. A search is underway to apprehend Chandrasekhar’s remaining accomplices.

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