Brazen Thieves Hit Bengaluru's Lavelle Road in Late-Night Spree
In the heart of Bengaluru, two daring thieves have pulled off a string of burglaries that has caught everyone off guard. What makes these incidents remarkable is the location: five stores on Lavelle Road, practically in the shadow of the Deputy Commissioner of Police’s office. The string of break-ins happened during the quiet hours, leaving both shop owners and residents shaken.
Lavelle Road isn’t your usual crime spot. It’s a busy, upscale stretch lined with popular cafés, boutique shops, and offices. With the heavy police presence expected near the DCP’s headquarters, most shopkeepers felt reasonably safe—until now. According to local business owners, the thieves appeared to have cased the area, swiftly targeting a mix of small electronics shops, convenience stores, and a bakery, all within a few blocks.
Security Concerns Amid Tight Policing
What’s especially troubling is the timing and planning behind these thefts. Surveillance footage, now reviewed by police, suggests the pair operated with precision. They managed to slip into closed shops using simple but effective techniques: picking locks and disabling outdated alarm systems. In less than an hour, they left a trail of ransacked cash drawers and stolen gadgets.
This brings up an uncomfortable question—how could two thieves pull something like this off with a police office so close by? Shopkeepers are frustrated, and some are angry. Many believed the proximity of law enforcement would automatically deter criminals. But as one electronics store owner put it, “If shops aren’t safe here, where are they safe?”
After the incident, police presence on Lavelle Road has increased, with patrol vehicles stationed at both ends and more officers on foot. Investigators have promised a detailed review of how these break-ins were missed and are already working with shop owners to improve security—installing better CCTV coverage and suggesting upgraded alarm systems.
- Five stores hit in one night
- Thieves targeted a mix of retail outlets
- Surveillance footage under police analysis
- Disgruntled shop owners demand answers
- Increased police patrols now in place
This series of break-ins has become the talk of the neighborhood. It’s put a spotlight on gaps in security, even along high-profile streets like Lavelle Road. While police continue their search, shop owners aren’t taking any chances. Many are now investing in tougher locks and security cameras—hoping it’ll be a long time before bold burglars try their luck again, especially with the Lavelle Road episode fresh on everyone’s mind.