Auto lifter gang arrested in Barabanki, In Uttar Pradesh, Barabanki police has arrested two bike thieves resident of Gonda district. The police team has recovered 16 motorcycles from the accused. After racking up, they used to steal bikes in many districts, 16 motorcycles recovered
Auto lifter gang arrested in Barabanki:police has arrested two bike thieves resident of Gonda district
He used to steal the motorcycle with the master key after doing recce from the crowded place of Barabanki Lucknow Ayodhya Chaitanya districts. By changing the number plates, the hawkers in the village used to sell them at cheap prices to scrap dealers and unknown people. The names of auto lifters are Nishant and Ejaz. When Police arrested them firstly they denied their but soon they revealed that there are 16 bikes, some of the numbers of bike have changed.
थाना कोतवाली नगर #barabankipolice द्वारा अन्तर्जनपदीय 02 शातिर ऑटोलिफ्टर की गिरफ्तारी व कब्जे/निशांदेही से चोरी की 16 अदद मोटर साइकिलें बरामदगी के सम्बन्ध में अपर पुलिस अधीक्षक उत्तरी श्री चिरंजीव नाथ सिन्हा की बाइट-#UPPolice @Uppolice @adgzonelucknow @igrangeayodhya pic.twitter.com/kG57Yz732a
— Barabanki Police (@Barabankipolice) February 18, 2024
It is a full-fledged gang, police has assured that the other members of gang will be arrested soon. The gang is absconding Barabanki Police for long time. Police said this is one of their great achievements that they have found 16 bikes and nabbed 2 offenders.
#bbkpoliceinnews#UPPInNews#barabankipolice#UPPolice pic.twitter.com/Ej7SNoDfOw
— Barabanki Police (@Barabankipolice) February 19, 2024
What is the Punishment for vehicle stealing in India?
The punishment for stealing two-wheelers in India is outlined under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Motor Vehicle Act (MVA). The legal penalties can vary depending on the value of the vehicle stolen and the circumstances surrounding the theft. Here are some relevant sections:
- Theft (Section 379 IPC): If the stolen two-wheeler is valued at less than Rs. 5,000 (as per Section 379), the offender can be imprisoned for a term that may extend to three years, or with a fine, or both.
- Robbery (Section 392 IPC): If the theft involves force or the threat of force, it can be considered robbery. In such cases, the punishment can be imprisonment for a term that may extend to 10 years and a fine.
- Possession of Stolen Property (Section 411 IPC): If the thief is found to be in possession of the stolen two-wheeler, they can be imprisoned for up to three years and fined.
- Receiving Stolen Property (Section 411 IPC): Anyone who knowingly receives or retains any stolen property can be punished with imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years or with a fine, or both.
- Motor Vehicle Theft (Section 379A IPC): If the two-wheeler is a motor vehicle, the punishment can be imprisonment for a term that may extend to seven years and a fine.
- Unauthorized Use of Vehicle (Section 379B IPC): If a person drives a two-wheeler without the owner’s consent, it can be punished with imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years or with a fine, or both.
- Forgery of Vehicle Documents (Section 420 IPC): If the thief falsifies or alters documents related to the two-wheeler, they can be punished with imprisonment for a term that may extend to seven years and a fine.
- Theft Under the Motor Vehicle Act (MVA): The punishment under the Motor Vehicle Act includes imprisonment for up to one year or a fine of up to Rs. 5,000, or both.
These are general legal provisions, and the actual punishment may vary depending on the specifics of the case and the discretion of the judge.