Lucknow: In a significant operation, the East Thana Chinhat police have arrested a notorious vehicle thief and recovered a stolen motorcycle. The accused, identified as Kunal Kashyap, son of the late Rajkumar Kashyap, resides at 200 Jiyamau, near Vishwa Sambandh Kendra, Gautampalli, Lucknow. He is approximately 19 years old and has a criminal history.
Incident Details: On October 7, 2024, at approximately 1:30 PM, Kunal Kashyap was apprehended while traveling from Laulai towards Kisan Path. He was found in possession of the stolen motorcycle, registration number UP 41DW 5949, belonging to the plaintiff. The motorcycle was reported stolen under FIR No. 479-2034, registered at the local police station under Section 301(2) of the IPC.
Following the recovery, additional evidence led to the inclusion of Section 317(2) in the case on the same day. The police are further investigating the circumstances surrounding the theft.
Criminal History: Kunal Kashyap has a record of previous offenses, including:
- FIR No. 119-22, Section 379, 411 IPC, registered in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.
- FIR No. 0-2524, Section 378, 41 IPC, registered in Gautampalli. Lucknow
- FIR No. 37:27, Section 4, 11 IPC, registered in Aliganj, Lucknow.
- FIR No. 0300 52/24, Section 4, 11 IPC, registered in Thana Madeyganj, Lucknow
The police are in the process of ascertaining further details of his criminal history.
Arresting Team: The operation was led by Inspector Shubham Tiwari and Inspector Ankush Kumar from Kotwali Chinhat, along with Constable Ramapal Jaiswal and Bittu.
The police have intensified efforts to curb vehicle thefts in the area and are urging residents to report any suspicious activities. Further updates on this case will be provided as the investigation progresses.
