Guwahati, 20 September (HS): Basistha Police have arrested three alleged thieves and recovered stolen items during separate operations in Hatigaon, Paltan Bazar and Basistha areas of Guwahati.

The arrested persons have been identified as Ziaur Rahman alias Kele, Bhola Goala and Bikash Das.

Police recovered two stolen mobile phones and two stolen vehicle batteries from their possession. A double-ended screwdriver and a ring wrench, allegedly used in committing thefts, were also seized.

Police have taken the three accused into custody and launched a further investigation into their alleged involvement in theft cases. Officials are also probing whether the arrested persons are linked to other theft incidents reported in the city.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash