Seven Detained in Six Two-Wheeler Theft Cases in Mangaluru; Nine Vehicles Seized

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Oct 25, 2026: Police have cracked six two-wheeler theft cases reported under the jurisdiction of Mangaluru South and Ullal police stations and detained seven people in connection with the crimes. Four of them have been arrested, while the remaining three are juveniles in conflict with the law.

Police have recovered all six stolen two-wheelers and three other vehicles allegedly used in the crimes. The total value of the nine vehicles is estimated at ₹4.50 lakh.

The arrested accused have been identified as Mohammed Siyam (19), Mohammed Naseef alias Naseef (19), Mohammed Raheel (18) and Nikhil (18). Siyam and Raheel are residents of Shivanagar in Moodushedde village, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru. Naseef resides in Jokatte, while Nikhil is a resident of Sadashivanagar, Thiruvail, Mangaluru. The other three accused are juveniles.

Four thefts were reported under Mangaluru South police station limits. A KTM Duke motorcycle parked near Don Bosco Hostel at Valencia Junction was stolen on October 12; a Yamaha FZ parked near Jappu Market on October 19; a Bajaj Discover parked opposite Durga Hotel near KMC Hospital in Attavar on October 21; and another KTM Duke parked below Bhagavathi Apartments at Hoige Bazaar on October 22.

Two more thefts were reported under Ullal police station limits. A Royal Enfield Bullet parked near Yenepoya Medical College Hospital in Deralakatte was stolen on October 18, while a Yamaha FZ parked near Pandith House in Kuthar was stolen on October 21.

Four cases were registered at Mangaluru South police station and two at Ullal police station.

A special team comprising sub-inspectors and crime detection personnel from Mangaluru South police station was formed to investigate the cases. Based on the investigation and gathered intelligence, the team detained seven suspects for questioning, which led to the detection of the thefts.

Police said the accused allegedly targeted expensive motorcycles, stole them from where they were parked and sold them at lower prices to make money and finance a lavish lifestyle. They were also suspected of seeking profits through other criminal activities, including chain snatching.

The four arrested accused have been produced before the court for further legal proceedings.

The operation was conducted under the leadership of Mangaluru South police inspector Raghavendra Byndoor, with PSI Maruti and crime detection personnel Lakshman Salotagi, Puttaram, Sagar Devakatti and Anjaneya K.S. Other officers and staff of the station also assisted in the operation.