Rewa Bike Theft: Two Arrested, Third Accused Absconding

In the latest Rewa bike theft case, police have arrested two persons and recovered the stolen motorcycle that was hidden in a friend’s rented room, while a manhunt continues for the third culprit.

Theft Reported in Duara  

A motorcycle belonging to Ajay Kumar Saket was stolen on April 16 near Duara Tiraha in the Mangawan police station area of Rewa district. The vehicle, bearing registration number MP 17 NC 8165, went missing in broad daylight. The owner promptly lodged a complaint at the local police station.

Case Filed Against Thieves  

Acting on the complaint, police registered a case under crime number 221/26 invoking Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Officers immediately began verification of CCTV footage and local inquiries to trace the stolen two-wheeler.

Suspect Taken into Custody  

During the initial probe, police detained Akash Agnihotri, a resident of Duara. Intensive questioning yielded a breakthrough when he admitted his role in the Rewa bike theft along with his associate Lalli Saket.

Confession Reveals Hideout  

The arrested man told investigators that the motorcycle had been concealed at the rented room of their friend Ankush Mishra in Rewa town. The duo had planned to sell the vehicle soon after the theft, sources indicated.

Bike Recovered from Room  

A police team led by Raghunathganj Chowki Incharge Lavkush Mishra raided the location and recovered the motorcycle from Ankush Mishra’s possession. Both Akash Agnihotri and Ankush Mishra were formally arrested on the spot.

Two Sent to Judicial Custody  

The two accused were produced before a local court and remanded to judicial custody. The swift operation prevented the stolen bike from entering the grey market and brought relief to the complainant within days of the incident.

Search On for Third Man  

Lalli Saket, the third accused named in the case, managed to flee before police could apprehend him. Officers have launched a manhunt and are conducting raids at possible hideouts. Further leads are being pursued to ensure his arrest at the earliest.

The development marks a quick success for the Mangawan police in tackling the Rewa bike theft. Authorities have appealed to citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving two-wheelers. As investigations continue, the focus remains on securing the arrest of the remaining accused and reinforcing anti-theft measures across Rewa district.