Mumbai Crime: 8 arrested for impersonating cops, stealing Rs 12 crore from hotel

A case was registered under sections 392, 170 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Vile Parle police station against unknown persons.

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The police arrested eight persons in connection with a robbery in Vile Parle. On February 17, some unidentified persons posing as cops raided a five-star hotel in Vile Parle and ‘seized’ Rs 12 crore.

A case was registered under sections 392, 170 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Vile Parle police station against unknown persons.

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Acting on a tip off, the investigation team zeroed in on the accused and arrested eight persons. Further investigation is underway.

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