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Mumbai: Police stir controversy by labelling arrested thieves Gujarati Gang

Community outraged as police accused of defaming entire group of Indian citizens

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All three accused in custody of the police. Pic/Hanif Patel

All three accused in custody of the police. Pic/Hanif Patel

The Virar police recently arrested a gang involved in multiple housebreaking cases, naming them the Gujarati Gang. However, this sparked outrage among the Gujarati community, who demanded action against the officer for linking theft with Gujaratis. According to the cops, most of the gang members hailed from Gujarat, which led to the naming. Despite objections, the Virar police persisted in using the name Gujarati Gang.

The accused individuals include Deepak Bhakiyadar alias Bobdya, 28, from Uran; Mohammad Tarikh Khan alias Tinkal, 32; and Dharmendra Pashwan, 35, both from Vapi, Gujarat. Police recovered gold jewellery, mobile phones, and cash from them.

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