Jammu, Feb 11:
In a swift and successful operation, the Janipur Police have recovered a high-value e-Rickshaw just hours after it was reported stolen. The recovery, valued at approximately ₹5,00,000, underscores the intensifying crackdown on vehicle theft in the Jammu West sub-division.
The Theft: A Short-Lived Escape
The incident came to light after the owner, Tanvir Kumar, filed a formal complaint at the Janipur Police Station. Kumar had recently purchased the e-Rickshaw and parked it outside his residence in Sector 7, Upper Roop Nagar (Shanti Nagar), near Fortis Lab.
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Date of Theft: Morning of February 10, 2026.
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Discovery: The owner found the vehicle missing from its parking spot at daybreak.
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Action Taken: An FIR (No. 20 of 2026) was immediately registered under relevant sections of the law.
The Investigation: Technical Precision
Following the registration of the FIR, a dedicated police team was formed to track the vehicle. The investigation was entrusted to PSI Vivek Daliya, working under the direct supervision of the SHO Janipur.
The team utilized a combination of:
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Scientific Methods: Analysis of entry and exit points in the Roop Nagar area.
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Technical Inputs: Tracking of local surveillance and intelligence networks.
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Meticulous Groundwork: Rapid deployment of search parties across the jurisdiction.
The sustained efforts paid off quickly, leading to the successful tracing and recovery of the stolen vehicle before it could be dismantled or moved across district lines.
Declining Crime Rates in Janipur
Police officials noted that this recovery is part of a broader trend of improved security in the region.
“Theft incidents have considerably decreased in Sub Division City West, particularly in the Janipur area. Our recovery rate remains high compared to other jurisdictions in Jammu, reflecting our commitment to protecting citizens’ property,” a police spokesperson stated.
Further investigation is currently underway to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in the theft.
