Siddharthnagar Police Nab Habitual Thief With Stolen Tractor
Siddharthnagar police apprehended a habitual thief, Sonu Lodh, recovering a stolen tractor-trolley and an illegal pistol during a joint operation.
In a swift and coordinated crackdown, the Siddharthnagar police have successfully apprehended a notorious vehicle thief, recovering a stolen tractor-trolley and an illegal firearm. The arrest follows a high-stakes operation conducted by a joint team comprising the Bansi police, the Anti-Theft Team, and the Surveillance Cell.
The Midnight Theft at Bharthana
The investigation traces the crime back to the night of August 18, 2026. A tractor-trolley was stolen from a gravel plant situated in the Bharthana (Telaura) area, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Bansi police station. The theft sent shockwaves through the local industrial community, prompting an immediate and intensive search by law enforcement.
Caught in the Act: The Arrest of Sonu Lodh
Acting on a crucial tip-off, police units moved in to intercept the suspect during the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday. The accused, identified as Sonu Lodh, a resident of Puranjot near the Kazi Rudhauli canal embankment, was intercepted near the Khesraha police station area.
Authorities discovered that Lodh was in the process of transporting the stolen tractor-trolley toward Sant Kabir Nagar, where he allegedly intended to sell the vehicle. During the apprehension, police recovered several incriminating items, including:
- The stolen tractor-trolley
- An illegal .315 bore country-made pistol
- A live cartridge
- A mobile phone
A Criminal with a Long Rap Sheet
The arrest has brought a significant offender off the streets. According to police records, Sonu Lodh is a habitual criminal with an extensive history of illegal activities. He has multiple prior cases registered against him at both the Chilhia and Khesraha police stations.
His criminal record is particularly severe, involving charges related to:
- Theft
- The POCSO Act
- The Gangster Act
Legal Proceedings Underway
Following the recovery of the illegal weapon and the stolen vehicle, the police have registered new charges against the accused under the Arms Act along with other relevant sections of the law. The suspect has since been produced before the court to face judicial scrutiny for his repeated offenses.