Bengaluru Car Owners Beware! Thieves Are Now Targeting Laptops, Wallets In Parked Vehicles In Crowded Areas

Surya, one of the victims, shared his experience on social media, calling for urgent action from local authorities.

Surya added that this was not an isolated incident, as similar thefts had reportedly occurred on the same street before.

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Burglars targeted multiple parked cars on a bustling street, using a specialized tool to steal laptops and other valuables in Bengaluru's Indiranagar area. The incident took place around 7:30 p.m. on August 22 in busy Indira Nagar Main 100ft road, near Global Desi and Westside stores. The thieves managed to break the windows of four cars, swiftly snatching three bags containing laptops and other items of value.

Surya, one of the victims, shared his experience on social media, calling for urgent action from local authorities. "I'm one of the victims," Surya wrote. "CCTV footage shows it all. One guy uses a special device to silently break windows (cops say this is common). Another dude distracts the security guard. They grab bags and dash off - all in plain sight on a crowded street!"

 

On Aug 22, around 7:30pm, 4 cars were hit on the busy Indira Nagar Main 100ft road near Global Desi store & Westside. Thieves broke windows of all 4 cars, snatched 3 bags with laptops and valuables. I'm one of the victims.

CCTV footage shows it all. One guy uses a special device… pic.twitter.com/3qWZgrN0Xp

— Surya (@Surya95A) August 28, 2024

 

He added that this was not an isolated incident, as similar thefts had reportedly occurred on the same street before. "Bengaluru streets are feeling less safe by the day. @blrcitypolice, we need your swift action to investigate and prevent these crimes. To everyone else, please stay alert and avoid leaving valuables in plain view in your cars," he urged.

Surya’s post, which went viral after being shared on August 28, has garnered over 1.5 million views, with more people continuing to share their thoughts and concerns in the comments. Many expressed a growing unease about safety in the city and echoed the need for stronger police presence and vigilance in such areas.