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Visakhapatnam Police Crack Down on Property Crimes, Recover ₹1 Crore in Stolen Goods

Visakhapatnam, India – December 26, 2025 – A major crackdown on property crimes in Visakhapatnam has resulted in the arrest of 65 individuals allegedly involved in 53 offenses throughout November. The city police, led by Police Commissioner Shankabratha Bagchi, announced the recovery of stolen property valued at ₹26.67 lakh at an annual crime mela.

The police were able to solve over half of the 70 property crime cases reported in Visakhapatnam in November, thanks to the use of “technical tools” and comprehensive investigations. Items recovered included gold ornaments, silver, cash, and motorcycles, reflecting a range of criminal activities from robbery and housebreaking to cattle and motorcycle theft.

In addition to the recovered stolen property, authorities also located and returned 502 missing or stolen mobile phones, valued at ₹75.30 lakh. This brings the total value of recovered goods for the month to a staggering ₹1.01 crore.

Commissioner Bagchi emphasized the decline in property crimes compared to previous months, attributing the positive trend to “sustained efforts and preventive measures” by the city’s crime wing. Key initiatives include the installation of 213 CCTV cameras across the city, 253 crime awareness meetings, intensified patrols, and drone surveillance in high-risk areas. The police hope these measures will continue to deter criminal activity and keep the city safe.

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