Malad police have arrested 18-year-old Pratham Surendra Bomma for allegedly stealing motorcycles across Mumbai to feature in Instagram reels. Five stolen scooters worth Rs 3.5 lakh were recovered, and the accused has been linked to at least 14 thefts over the past six months.

Bomma, from Malwani, reportedly stole bikes and scooters to boost social media followers, impress girls, and project a luxury lifestyle, despite his family’s modest financial background. CCTV footage and confidential informants helped police trace him to his residence, where he confessed to thefts in Malad, Jogeshwari, and Vinoba Bhave Nagar.