8 members of motorcycle theft gang arrested, 13 stolen vehicles recovered in Markapuram district
Eight members of a motorcycle theft gang have been arrested in Markapuram district, along with the recovery of 13 stolen vehicles, according to a report by The Hindu. The gang, comprising individuals from various districts in Andhra Pradesh, allegedly stole motorcycles from Cumbum, Bestavaripeta, Markapuram, Kavali Rural, Vetapalem, and Kondandapuram.
The thefts occurred between February 4, 2026, and August 13, 2026, and the stolen bikes were reportedly sold after the number plates were altered. The police, acting on directives from Markapuram district SP V. Harshavardhan Raju, formed a joint team to apprehend the accused, who were identified as Pasuleti Rasul, Battula Srihari, Battula Srinu, Anneboyina Akhil Kumar, Sriram Prasanna Kumar, Dudekula Babu, and Juturi Emmanuel.
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