AGARTALA | AUGUST 22, 2026: In a swift operation against city bike-lifters, the West Agartala Police Station achieved a major breakthrough by arresting three suspects and recovering a stolen motorbike along with a bicycle from the Vitarban area.
The action followed a formal vehicle theft complaint (FIR) lodged at the West Agartala Police Station by a local resident identified as Alok Chakraborty.
Key Operational Details
- Targeted Night Raid: Based on technical leads and local intelligence, a police team conducted a raid in the Vitarban locality late last night, apprehending three individuals suspected of operating a local theft ring.
- Recoveries Made: During the raid, officers successfully recovered the stolen motorcycle belonging to complainant Alok Chakraborty, along with an additional bicycle suspected to be stolen property.
- Ongoing Interrogation: Police are interrogating the three detainees to determine their involvement in other pending vehicle theft cases across Agartala and identify potential accomplices.
Police Statement
Addressing reporters regarding the breakthrough, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of West Agartala Police Station, Sanjit Sen, confirmed that prompt action was taken immediately after receiving the complaint.
“Following the FIR filed by Alok Chakraborty, our team tracked the leads directly to Vitarban. We have detained three suspects and recovered both a motorcycle and a bicycle. Further investigation is underway to trace any broader network linked to these thefts.”
— Sanjit Sen, OC, West Agartala Police Station
The successful recovery has brought relief to the complainant, while police have assured stepped-up night patrolling and surveillance across key urban pockets to curb vehicle theft.
