Navi Mumbai Crime Branch Arrests Four, Seizes Stolen Copper in Taloja Raid

The Navi Mumbai Crime Branch has dismantled an alleged industrial theft syndicate operating in Taloja, arresting four suspects including the alleged mastermind of the operation. The action followed an investigation during which police initially detained seven individuals for questioning.

Investigators identified the four arrested suspects as Ashish Ashok Yadav, Suraj Kumar, Pawan Gaud, and Girish Patwa. After gathering evidence linking them to the racket during interrogation, officers formally placed the four men under arrest.

During the operation, Crime Branch officers intercepted a pickup vehicle allegedly carrying a large quantity of stolen copper. The officers seized the entire copper consignment at the site.

In addition to the pickup vehicle, police impounded a WagonR car. Investigators stated that the car was allegedly used by the gang to commit thefts and transport stolen property.