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Delhi Police bust iPhone snatching ring targeting Apple users recover 66 stolen phones including 50 iPhones
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Published on 15 May 2026
The gang sold iPhones through a grey-market network
Delhi Police have arrested three men in a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket that allegedly targeted iPhone users. Following a robbery near IP Park on April 18, investigators reviewed CCTV, gathered intelligence and used technical surveillance to nab Sameer and Suhail. Police later arrested Zahir alias Salman in Old Delhi and raided his home, recovering 64 devices including 50 iPhones, plus two more recovered earlier—66 stolen phones in all. Authorities are tracing buyers and verifying links to other cases.
- Delhi Police arrested Sameer (23), Suhail (23) and Zahir alias Salman (36)
- Total recovered: 66 stolen phones, including 50 iPhones and 14 Android handsets
- The raid recovered 64 phones from Zahir’s residence after tracing via a receiver network
- Police believe stolen phones were bought cheaply from snatchers and resold in grey markets
- Complainant’s iPhone 17 Pro was reportedly sold for Rs 40,000
- Phones are being checked on ZIPNET and CCTNS to connect more theft cases
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