Arunachal Pradesh Police have recovered 14 stolen two-wheelers and taken four minors into custody in this connection.
Capital Superintendent of Police Jummar Basar said a coordinated operation was launched after a theft case was registered at Itanagar police station on Thursday.
After a case was registered, police apprehended four children in conflict with the law, aged between 10 and 14 years, in accordance with legal protocols, the SP said.
The two-wheelers were recovered from different locations across the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) and Papum Pare district.
The operation was conducted under the supervision of the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Itanagar, and the Officer-in-Charge of Itanagar Police Station. Police said the drive involved sustained source development, field verification and continuous follow-up by the investigation team.
Officials said the registration numbers, engine numbers and chassis numbers of several recovered vehicles appeared to have been tampered with. Verification of the original vehicle details and ownership is currently underway, following which the vehicles will be returned to their rightful owners after completion of the legal formalities.
14 stolen two-wheelers recovered by Arunachal police
