The MHB colony police are actively pursuing an individual who, under the guise of offering videography and photography contracts for concerts and events, has absconded with photographers’ cameras. In a recent incident, the accused targeted a 60-year-old freelance photographer residing in Worli. The photographer was hired to cover the concert of renowned singer Javed Ali, held at “Kutchi ground” in Borivli last month, during which the accused disappeared with the photographer’s camera valued at Rs 90,000.

According to police sources, Sunil Bhagwan Oval, working as a freelance photographer for years and residing at BDD Chawal, Worli, was contacted by the accused, who introduced himself as Vinod. His real name, according to the Aadhar card, is Abhishek Kashyap. The incident occurred on December 15 when Abhishek inquired about the contract. The deal was finalised for Rs 7,000, and Vinod requested two cameras—one for videography and the other for still photos.