Guwahati, 14 October (HS): Hatigaon Police have arrested two alleged habitual thieves in connection with a theft case in Guwahati, police said on Wednesday.

According to police, a team from Hatigaon Police Station arrested Anwar Ali (32) and Shafiqul Islam (34), both residents of Patharquarry, following a tip-off. The duo was apprehended in connection with a theft case.

During the operation, police recovered three stolen mobile phones, a screwdriver, two knives, Rs 940 in cash, a scooty bearing registration number AS-01-DE-0830 and a wristwatch from their possession.

Police have registered a case in this connection and initiated legal proceedings against the arrested accused. Further investigation is underway to ascertain their possible involvement in other theft cases.-----------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash