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Karnataka Jewellery Shop Looted Using Chilli Powder, 4 Arrested After Drone Search

NDTV Top Stories·24 February 2026·12h ago1 min read0 views
Karnataka Jewellery Shop Looted Using Chilli Powder, 4 Arrested After Drone Search

In a brazen daylight heist in Karnataka's Tumakuru district, four interstate robbers were apprehended shortly after looting a jewellery shop. The criminals executed their plan using chilli powder to distract and incapacitate the shop staff, allowing them to make off with valuable items. The police responded promptly, employing drone surveillance to track the suspects. Within hours of the incident, law enforcement managed to locate and arrest the robbers, highlighting their swift action and coordination. This incident raises concerns about security measures at retail establishments, especially those situated along highways, and has prompted local authorities to enhance surveillance and safety strategies to prevent such crimes in the future. The effectiveness of modern technology in crime prevention, as evidenced by the drone deployment, is also receiving attention as a potential tool for improving public safety in urban areas.

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