Police Recover Over ₹1.02 Crore in Stolen Valuables in Shivamogga

Kote police in Shivamogga have arrested Mohammed Rafeeq for a theft occurring on August 28. The accused, a native of Vijayanagara district, allegedly targeted the home of two Panchayat Development Officers during the day and fled with gold and cash.

Following an investigation, authorities traced the suspect to Devanahalli near Bengaluru. Police successfully recovered 558 grams of gold jewellery and ₹20 lakh in cash. Superintendent of Police B. Nikhil commended the Kote police team, led by Inspector Harish K. Patel, for their swift efforts in cracking the case and securing the return of the stolen assets.

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