Guwahati: A notorious woman pickpocket, who had been terrorizing commuters on city buses, was apprehended by Chandmari police while attempting to steal from passengers on a Green City bus.
The accused, identified as Misbhan Begum, was caught red-handed following a swift response from law enforcement.
The arrest occurred after vigilant bus staff and passengers noticed her suspicious behavior and immediately alerted the police. Acting on the tip-off, Chandmari police quickly arrived at the scene and took Begum into custody.
Preliminary investigations have revealed that Begum had been involved in multiple incidents of pickpocketing across public transport, primarily targeting female passengers. Her arrest marks a significant breakthrough in curbing thefts that had been troubling daily commuters.
Authorities have urged the public to remain alert while traveling and report any suspicious activities promptly. The arrest is expected to provide relief to city bus passengers who had increasingly fallen victim to such crimes. Further details on the investigation are awaited.
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