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The Surathkal police in Mangaluru have arrested three individuals, Shain S. Putran, S. Girish, and Vinod Kumar, for allegedly robbing a house in Mukka on December 3rd. The robbers gained entry by pretending to need water from the 85-year-old homeowner, Jalaja, then climbing onto the roof and entering through the tiles. They stole gold ornaments and cash after threatening and tying her up. Police investigations, including CCTV footage analysis, led to the arrest of Shain S. Putran, who then implicated Girish and Vinod Kumar, who are known criminals. Stolen articles worth ₹4.43 lakh were recovered. A fourth suspect, Jaison alias Lenson Karkala, is still at large.

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Three Arrested in Mangaluru House Robbery, Stolen Goods Recovered

MANGALURU, December 16, 2025 – The Surathkal police have apprehended three individuals in connection with a brazen house robbery that occurred in Mukka earlier this month. The suspects, identified as Shain S. Putran (21) of Surathkal, S. Girish, and Vinod Kumar, both from Bengaluru, are accused of robbing an 85-year-old woman, Jalaja, in her home on December 3rd.

According to police reports, the perpetrators initially approached Jalaja’s residence under the guise of needing water. When she didn’t open the door, they accessed the roof, removed tiles, and entered the house. They then threatened and restrained the elderly woman before making off with 86 grams of gold ornaments and ₹14,000 in cash.

Following an investigation that involved reviewing CCTV footage, authorities identified and arrested Shain S. Putran. He subsequently led police to Girish and Vinod Kumar, to whom he had allegedly sold the stolen goods. A fourth suspect, Jaison alias Lenson Karkala, remains at large.

Police have recovered stolen articles worth an estimated ₹4.43 lakh, along with a motorcycle, three mobile phones, and ₹3,000 from the suspects. Authorities also revealed that Vinod Kumar has a long criminal history, including charges of murder and dacoity, while Girish faces multiple attempted murder charges. Shain S. Putran has a previous arrest for illegal cannabis use.

“This arrest demonstrates our commitment to bringing perpetrators of crime to justice,” said Police Sub-Inspector Raghu Nayak, who led the investigation with Police Sub-Inspector Raghavendra Naika. The investigation is ongoing as police continue to search for the remaining suspect, Jaison alias Lenson Karkala.

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