An artisan from Gujarat set off with gold valued at roughly Rs 1 crore, sparking a police pursuit across state lines. After a brief chase, investigators managed to locate the suspect in West Bengal, close to the city of Kolkata. The authorities seized the gold and have taken the artisan into custody for further questioning. No injuries were reported, and the police are reviewing the case to determine how the gold was smuggled. The incident underscores the need for tighter security on high‑value goods moving between states.
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Artisan flees Gujarat with Rs 1 crore gold, police trace him to West Bengal
An artisan who fled Gujarat carrying gold worth about Rs 1 crore has been located in West Bengal after a police chase. Authorities said the suspect was on the run following a theft claim and was tracked to a location near Kolkata. Police confirmed that the gold was seized and the suspect is in custody. The incident highlights the challenges of cross‑state criminal movements in the region.
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Artisan flees Gujarat with Rs 1 crore gold, police trace him to West BengalPhoto via The New Indian Express
