**Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Mobile Snatching of IG Intelligence’s Phone Raises Security Concerns**

Despite 48 hours having passed since the snatching of a mobile phone belonging to IG Intelligence Dr. Ashish, police remain clueless about the culprits involved in the incident. The event took place in the high-security Char Imli area, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Habibganj police station.

The incident has raised serious concerns about the state of law and order in Bhopal. Of particular worry is that one of the stolen devices—an Android handset—is believed to contain sensitive information related to state security, Naxal operations, and other classified matters.

Reports suggest that the snatchers, three men riding a bike, discarded Dr. Ashish’s iPhone and fled with the Android phone. Preliminary investigations have linked this gang to another recent mobile-snatching incident in a different area of the city.

Police Commissioner Harinarayanchari Mishra confirmed that dedicated teams are actively working to trace the stolen device and apprehend the suspects. “The mobile will be recovered soon. Several suspects have been detained and are being questioned,” he said.

However, police sources cite several technical challenges that are hindering the investigation. Defunct or absent CCTV cameras, coupled with poor lighting in key areas, have made it difficult to track the culprits’ escape route. Limited footage and unclear visuals continue to delay progress in the case.

Authorities are urging local residents to come forward with any information that might aid in the investigation. Meanwhile, security measures in sensitive areas are expected to be strengthened to prevent such incidents in the future.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/bhopal/bhopal-news-cops-still-clueless-in-igs-mobilesnatching-case