AMRAVATI (Special Correspondent, Prajwal S.): Police in Rajapeth have registered a case against an 18-year‑old domestic worker accused of stealing jewellery valued at approximately ₹8.29 lakh from a residence in the Rajapeth police‑station area. The complaint was lodged by Mr. Devl Manasata, 38, who was preparing to travel to Ramgaon Savar for his son‑in‑law’s naming ceremony scheduled on 1 November.
Sequence of Events
According to the complainant, his wife opened a wardrobe and discovered that a collection of gold, silver and diamond ornaments was missing. The missing items included a 15‑gram necklace set, 5‑gram earring tops, 3‑gram ear studs, a 15‑gram bracelet, a 30‑gram mangalsutra, a 10‑gram monkey chain, a 3‑gram ring, a 1‑gram Om pendant, a 5‑gram chain and an 8‑gram neck chain, among other pieces. The total estimated value of the stolen jewellery was reported as around ₹8,29,000.
Following the discovery, the family conducted a thorough search of the house but could not locate the missing items. Suspicion fell on the 18‑year‑old domestic worker who was employed for household chores. She was summoned for questioning, during which she reportedly admitted to taking the jewellery.
Police Action
Rajapeth police station recorded the complaint and filed an FIR based on the statements provided. The accused was interrogated, and the investigation has been formally opened. No further details on recovery of the jewellery or additional suspects were disclosed.
Current Status and Public Advisory
The case remains under investigation by local police. Authorities have urged residents to report any information that could aid in the recovery of the stolen items and to exercise caution when employing domestic help.
