Brave Women Nab Thief
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Social security and safety seem to have perished in our city these days. Many thefts have been reported during the past week. In one such incident, a thief who broke into homes that were locked and snatched valuables from people was caught by two women in Mahim.
It has been reported that as these two women emerged from the bank, he snatched one of their bags in which a sum of twenty thousand was kept. The women raised an alarm and together with the general public chased him until he was caught within a few yards ahead.
The thief, a youth from local area, was handed over to the police where he confessed to all his criminal activities. He was placed in the lock - up and a case has been registered against him. The authorities appreciated the efforts of the two women.
Glossary
- Perished
- Died or been destroyed, especially in a violent or sudden way. In this context, it means "disappeared completely."
- Nab
- To catch or arrest someone who is doing something wrong.
- Confessed
- Admitted to having committed a crime or done something wrong.
- Registered (a case)
- The formal and official recording of a criminal complaint by the police.
- Authorities
- The people or organizations who have power in a particular area, such as the government or the police.