Noticing a spike in motorcycle thefts in Kozhikode district, the police have started probing the suspected role of organised groups of people from other States in such cases. Most alleged thefts took place in parking areas without CCTV coverage, said the police.
The increased presence of migrants in various synthetic drugs smuggling cases is one of the reasons that prompted investigation squads to examine their suspected role in vehicle lifting cases.
Most junk shops in the city have been put under the surveillance of police squads. Since the sale of dismantled vehicle parts is reportedly the main source of income for several organised gangs, the police are also keeping an eye on scrap dealers purchasing old vehicles.
