Manipur Police Arrest Vehicle Lifter, Recover Stolen Bike
Manipur Police arrested a vehicle lifter—identified as Phundreimayum Dawad Khan (24)—from near Phoudel Oil Pump under Yairipok Police Station in Thoubal district and recovered a red Royal Enfield Classic 350 without a registration plate from his possession. The arrest came after a tip-off and is part of a continuing drive by police against motorcycle theft in the state.
- The arrested suspect has been named Phundreimayum Dawad Khan (24) and is from Sangaiyumpham Part-I, Puleipokpi Salam Macha under Yairipok Police Station in Thoubal district.
- He was apprehended at Phoudel Oil Pump under the jurisdiction of Yairipok PS in Thoubal.
- Police seized a red Royal Enfield Classic 350, notable because it had no registration number — a classic red flag that a vehicle may be stolen or cloned.
- The bike and the suspect are now in police custody as the investigation continues.
FAQs
Q1: Who was arrested in the most recent vehicle-lifting case in Manipur?
A1: Police arrested Phundreimayum Dawad Khan (24) from Sangaiyumpham Part-I, Puleipokpi Salam Macha under Yairipok Police Station in Thoubal district. He was apprehended near Phoudel Oil Pump and a red Royal Enfield Classic 350 without registration was recovered.
Q2: What should I do immediately if my bike is stolen?
A2: File an FIR immediately with the vehicle’s registration and engine/chassis numbers, alert neighbours and community groups, inform your insurer, and share any CCTV footage or witness details with police. Prompt action increases recovery chances.
Q3: How do thieves typically remove traces from stolen bikes?
A3: Common tactics include removing/swapping registration plates, tampering with engine or chassis numbers, and hiding bikes in rural repair yards or scrap locations before moving them across regions. Police examine VIN/engine numbers and can use forensic methods if tampering is suspected.
Q4: Are vehicle-lifting arrests becoming more frequent in Manipur?
A4: Local reports and police announcements indicate that the Manipur Police have been intensifying anti-theft operations, resulting in multiple arrests and recoveries across districts in recent months. These intelligence-led actions are part of an ongoing crackdown.
Q5: What practical steps lower my risk of theft the most?
A5: Use multiple layers of security: a robust physical lock (chain or disc lock), GPS tracker, park in lit/CCTV spots, remove valuables, keep vehicle documentation secure (not inside the vehicle), and register unique identifying marks. Community vigilance and quick reporting are also key deterrents.
