6-Month-Old Baby Kidnapped in Kurla, Rescued Within 4 Hours

A six-month-old baby was kidnapped from a home in Kurla West on August 2, but was safely rescued within four hours by the Vinoba Bhave Nagar police with assistance from Thane police. The baby's mother, Sonia Shyam Sundar Kamble, 20, had been sleeping at her residence in Kamalabai Chawl when the accused allegedly took the child away between 5:30 am and 6 am.

The police investigation revealed that the abduction was allegedly carried out due to a family dispute. The accused, identified as Aman Anand Sakat, 25, has been arrested and further investigation is underway. After searching for the baby but failing to locate him, Kamble approached the Vinoba Bhave Nagar police station and lodged a complaint.

Police registered a case against an unidentified person under Section 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act. Under the guidance of Senior Police Inspector Amit Tad, multiple teams were deployed to trace the child. CCTV footage from various locations was examined as part of the investigation.

Separate teams from Ghatkopar, Tilak Nagar, and Nehru Nagar police stations were also formed to assist in the search operation. During the investigation, police tracked CCTV footage from Kurla Railway Station, Vidyavihar Railway Station, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT), and surrounding areas. The footage revealed that the accused had taken the child towards Vidyavihar Railway Station and was travelling by train towards Thane.

Alerts were immediately shared with Thane Police Commissionerate and Railway Police authorities. At around 6:30 pm, Vishnu Nagar police station in Dombivli informed that the missing child had been found within their jurisdiction during the search operation. The baby was found safe and was later handed over to the family by Vinoba Bhave Nagar police.

The police said that preliminary investigation indicated that the accused allegedly kidnapped the child due to a family dispute. Further investigation into the case is in progress. The swift action by the police ensured the safe rescue of the baby, bringing relief to the family.

The incident highlights the importance of prompt action by the police in such cases, and the use of technology such as CCTV footage can be crucial in solving crimes. The police are still investigating the case, and more details are expected to emerge.

In the meantime, the family of the baby can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that their child is safe. The incident also serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and awareness in the community to prevent such crimes from happening in the future.

The Mumbai police have been working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of citizens, and this case is an example of their dedication and commitment to justice.