Arunachal Pradesh Police recover 20 stolen two-wheelers

Banderdewa Police have recovered 20 stolen two-wheelers from various locations across Arunachal Pradesh and Assam following the arrest of a 23-year-old suspect. The investigation began after a TVS NTORQ scooter was reported stolen from the Banderdewa market area on September 28, 2026.

Naharlagun Superintendent of Police Nyelam Nega stated that a special investigation team was formed to address rising vehicle thefts in the Itanagar Capital Region. The suspect, identified as Jiten Pegu from Assam’s Lakhimpur district, was apprehended in Chaulmari village. Based on information provided by the accused, police recovered eight TVS NTORQ scooters, five Yamaha RayZR scooters, one Honda Dio, and six other motorcycles.

The accused has been remanded to police custody by a court in Yupia. Authorities are currently working to establish ownership of the recovered vehicles and are investigating whether other individuals were involved in the theft ring.