In a shocking incident at Thane Central Jail, an undertrial prisoner was found in possession of a mobile phone concealed inside his footwear. The discovery was made on December 30 during a routine inspection by jail staff.

According to officials from Thane Nagar police station, the jail sepoy was conducting a standard search of Barrack No. 3 in the new prison section, where approximately 200 prisoners are currently held. During the inspection, the sepoy discovered one of the sandals belonging to the prisoner, Hemant Parasmal Sethia (38), lying on the floor. Noticing that the other sandal was missing, the sepoy continued searching the area.