Two men arrested for kidnapping and extortion in Pimpri, with recovered cash and materials worth over 8 lakhs. Accused known for multiple serious crimes.
In a swift operation, the Pimpri Chinchwad (PCMC) police have apprehended two individuals involved in a kidnapping and extortion racket. Balasaheb Baliram Bangar, aged 27, and Pravin Dattatrey Bhalerao, aged 29, both residents of different areas in Pimpri-Chinchwad, were caught near the RTO office at Moshi.
The arrests came after a scrap dealer was kidnapped by the accused and then released upon payment of a substantial amount. The criminals demanded monthly extortion money from the victim, leading to him filing a complaint with the Bhosari Police station. Following the complaint, the PCMC anti-extortion squad acted swiftly, leading to the capture of Bangar and Bhalerao.
During the arrest, police recovered cash amounting to Rs. 1,65,000/-, three mobile phones, and the car used in the crime. The accused have a history of involvement in serious crimes such as kidnapping, murder, and illegal possession of arms according to PCMC police records.
The successful operation highlights the importance of prompt reporting of crimes and collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies and the public to combat criminal activities in the region.
The successful operation highlights the importance of prompt reporting of crimes and collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies and the public to combat criminal activities in the region.