Bengaluru's Daring Domestic Heist: House Help Accused of Burying Diamonds, Selling Gold in Rs 2 Crore Theft

A staggering tale of betrayal and audacious theft has unfolded in Bengaluru, as a house helper stands accused of pilfering gold and diamond jewellery valued at a colossal Rs 2 crore from her employer's residence. The elaborate scheme involved not just the sale of precious gold but also the clandestine burial of exquisite diamonds in her native village, a plan meticulously unravelled by the vigilant Jayanagar police.

The alleged perpetrator, 32-year-old Sunitha, hailing from Kollegal in Chamarajanagar district, had been employed by Sangeetha S, a resident of the upscale Jayanagar 9th Block.

Over a discreet period of 10 to 15 days in August 2023, Sunitha systematically accessed her employer's secure locker, siphoning off an astonishing array of jewellery without arousing immediate suspicion.

The vast theft came to light only recently when Sangeetha S noticed a particular diamond ring missing from her collection.

A subsequent, more thorough check of her locker revealed the devastating extent of the loss. Faced with the shocking discovery, Sangeetha immediately reviewed her home’s CCTV footage. The cameras, in a cruel twist for Sunitha, clearly showed the house help frequently entering the room where the locker was situated, confirming her worst fears.

With undeniable evidence in hand, Sangeetha promptly lodged a complaint with the Jayanagar police.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Lokesh Bharamappa and Assistant Commissioner of Police (Jayanagar) G C Raghavendra led a dedicated team, swiftly launching an investigation that promised to be complex.

The police team meticulously followed leads, tracing Sunitha to her native village in Kollegal.

What they discovered there was nothing short of dramatic. Sunitha, in a desperate attempt to conceal her ill-gotten gains, had buried the stolen diamond jewellery in a secret spot within her village. The precious stones, now unearthed by the authorities, represented a significant portion of the recovered wealth.

Further investigation revealed that Sunitha had already sold a substantial amount of the stolen gold to various pawn brokers, attempting to convert the gleaming metal into untraceable cash.

The police, demonstrating commendable investigative prowess, managed to track down these pawn brokers and successfully recover a significant quantity of the stolen gold. The sheer scale and meticulous planning of the theft left investigators astonished.

The arrest of Sunitha brings a measure of relief to Sangeetha S and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance, even with those entrusted with access to one's home.

The Jayanagar police have been lauded for their swift action and the impressive recovery of the majority of the stolen items, closing a chapter on a particularly unsettling domestic crime in Bengaluru.