Noida’s fight against mobile snatching intensified as Sector-113 police orchestrated a precision takedown on January 29, 2026, collaring two fugitives and reclaiming 23 phones alongside two motorcycles from Sector-123. Intelligence fusion with surveillance tech pinpointed the criminals’ hideout, ending their reign of quick thefts in populous zones.
Irshad alias Michhu, son of Idrish from Loni’s Premnagar, and Julfam, son of Nooruddin from Ikramnagar, both Ghaziabad locals in their mid-20s with basic schooling, were caught red-handed. Their unregistered KTM Duke and Bajaj Pulsar N-250 screamed criminal intent.
Chronic offenders, Irshad’s record lists BNS loot cases across Ghaziabad-Delhi; Julfam’s includes Arms Act and BNS violations in Noida-Delhi. Past jail stints did little to reform them, perpetuating their predatory lifestyle.
Stolen phones tie to widespread FIRs; verification processes ensure returns to victims. Questioning unveils gang intricacies. This coup boosts morale, exemplifying Noida’s blend of strategy and resolve in tackling urban banditry. Ongoing vigilance promises safer streets, deterring copycats and fostering community trust.