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Rat Steals ₹50 Lakh Jewellery in Tumkur Shop

A rat stole jewellery worth ₹50 lakh from a shop in Tumkur. CCTV footage revealed the thief.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 31 July 2026 at 08:45 pm
Rat Steals ₹50 Lakh Jewellery in Tumkur Shop

A remarkable incident has been reported from Tumkur city, approximately 70 kilometers from Bengaluru, where a rat has been found to have stolen jewellery worth around ₹50 lakh from a shop. The Vishwal Jewellery Shop, located on the Bengaluru-Pune highway, discovered that some of its diamond-studded gold ornaments were missing, prompting an investigation.

The shop's owner and staff were baffled by the disappearance, as there was no sign of forced entry into the premises. They searched the building for any potential holes in the walls but found none. With no reason to suspect the staff, the owner decided to review the CCTV footage before filing a police complaint.

To their surprise, the footage revealed a rat climbing up onto the showcase and carrying away the jewellery, one item at a time. The owner and staff followed the direction of the rat and discovered a small burrow in the corner of the shop. Upon digging, they found 10 diamond-studded gold rings and three big gold chains, valued at nearly ₹50 lakh.

The incident has raised eyebrows, with many expressing astonishment at the rat's ability to accumulate such a large stash of valuable items. While the rat's actions may have been clever, they ultimately led to its downfall, as the stolen jewellery was recovered.

The shop's owner and staff were relieved to have recovered the stolen items, but the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of securing valuables and being vigilant against potential threats, no matter how unexpected they may seem.

The recovery of the stolen jewellery also highlights the value of CCTV footage in investigating and solving crimes. In this case, the footage proved instrumental in identifying the culprit and recovering the stolen items.

The incident has sparked amusement and interest among locals, with many sharing stories and jokes about the 'rich rat' on social media. However, for the shop's owner and staff, the incident is a serious reminder of the need for vigilance and security.

In the end, the rat's actions, although clever, were ultimately unsuccessful, and the stolen jewellery was recovered. The incident will likely be remembered as a bizarre and amusing anecdote, but it also serves as a reminder of the importance of security and vigilance.

The people of Tumkur and surrounding areas are still talking about the incident, with many expressing surprise and amusement at the rat's actions. The incident has brought the community together, with many sharing stories and jokes about the 'rich rat'.

In conclusion, the incident of the rat stealing ₹50 lakh worth of jewellery from a shop in Tumkur is a remarkable and amusing story that highlights the importance of security and vigilance. While the rat's actions may have been clever, they ultimately led to its downfall, and the stolen jewellery was recovered.

Frequently asked questions

What was stolen from the shop in Tumkur?

Diamond-studded gold ornaments worth nearly ₹10 lakh were stolen, but later recovered with a total value of ₹50 lakh.

How was the thief identified?

The thief, a rat, was identified through CCTV footage, which showed it climbing up onto the showcase and carrying away the jewellery.

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