Guwahati: A suspected chain-snatcher was arrested by the police in Guwahati, Assam on Sunday.
As per police, the suspect was arrested near the PHE Office in Hengerabari, Guwahati.
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The accused identified as Rahul Baruah, 28, was apprehended as he attempted to snatch a mobile phone from a pedestrian.
The accused is a resident of the Gandhi Mandap area.
Police said that the mobile and a scooter (AS01DQ3304) were seized from his possession following his arrest.
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It may be mentioned that over the past few months, there have been several cases of chain-snatching across Guwahati, Assam.
Often the crime is conducted by two persons on two-wheelers. However, this time, Baruah was reported to be alone.
The police have initiated an investigation to trace if Baruah was accompanied by anyone or if he is part of a chain-snatching group.