Mangalore Woman Detained After Snatching Gold Chain from Toddler

On the evening of October 18, a wedding celebration at the TMA Pai Convention Hall in Mangalore took a sudden turn when a three‑year‑old girl’s gold chain—valued at about ₹1.35 lakh—went missing.

According to the Ullal police, the theft was traced to a 42‑year‑old woman named Minnat, a resident of Kotepura in Ullal. A complaint lodged by the child’s family set the investigation in motion.

Sub‑Inspector Guruppa Kanti and his team collected statements, reviewed CCTV footage and, within a day, apprehended Minnat on October 19. The police recovered the missing chain from her possession and presented both the accused and the recovered item before the local magistrate on October 20.

The woman’s criminal record, as revealed by the authorities, is anything but clean. She is currently linked to nine pending cases, including five thefts reported at the Konaje police station and three more at Ullal.

While the investigation continues, the incident has sparked concerns among parents about safety at public venues, especially during large gatherings. Local officials have urged citizens to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly.