Chaddi Gang in Bengaluru: Four Suspects Caught on Video During Anekal House Break-In Attempt
Four suspected members of the ‘Chaddi Gang’ allegedly attempted to break into houses at Celebrity Eco Front layout in Anekal late Saturday night. Video captured the suspects, with two allegedly guarding the road while two others cut a compound gate. They fled after a woman heard the noise and raised an alarm. Jigani police are investigating.
The ‘Chaddi Gang’ has reportedly surfaced on the outskirts of Bengaluru, with four suspected members allegedly attempting to break into houses in the Celebrity Eco Front layout at Kumbaranahalli in Anekal taluk late Saturday night, August 8. The incident was captured on CCTV cameras installed in the area, raising concern among residents.
According to residents, the suspects targeted the houses of Chandrashekhar and Ramareddy. Two of the suspects allegedly stood guard on the road while the other two cut the compound gate and attempted to enter one of the houses. The group, however, fled after a woman living nearby heard the noise and raised an alarm. Hirotoshi Tanaka’s Unusual Bengaluru Story: Police Chair Theft, 19 Days in Jail and INR 75,000 Compensation.
Chaddi Gang in Bengaluru
Four suspected members of the gang popularly known as the ‘Chaddi Gang’ allegedly attempted to break into houses in the Celebrity Eco Front layout at Kumbaranahalli in Anekal taluk late Saturday night.
The incident was captured on CCTV cameras installed in the area.
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Chaddi Gang Suspects Captured on CCTV
CCTV footage reportedly captured the movements of the suspects as they entered the residential layout. The gang members were allegedly wearing shorts and had covered their faces while attempting to break through the compound gate. The footage shows the suspects moving around the premises while allegedly trying to carry out the burglary.
According to the information available, four suspects approached the house while two others waited on the road as part of the alleged plan. The incident took place under the jurisdiction of Jigani police station. Mumbai Cybercrime: Ex Bank Officer Digitally Arrested for 54 Days on Threat of Implication in Delhi Bomb Blast; INR 40 Lakh Extorted in Bhandup.
Woman Raises Alarm, Suspects Flee
A woman living in the same layout reportedly heard a noise in the middle of the night. When she looked out of her window, she noticed the suspects allegedly attempting to steal.
The woman suddenly screamed loudly after noticing their movements. The suspects then reportedly fled from the area. The incident was captured on CCTV cameras, providing police with footage of the alleged movements of the group.
Police Probe Possible Karnataka Links
Police said the gang is suspected to be involved in a series of burglaries in parts of Karnataka, including Dharwad, Hubballi and Hassan. The gang members are also suspected of assaulting people who attempt to confront them, police said.
However, the identities of the suspects involved in the Anekal incident have not been established in the information provided. Jigani police have registered a case and intensified the investigation based on the CCTV footage.
The alleged movements of the gang have caused concern among residents of Anekal and Jigani, particularly over night-time security in residential layouts. Police have advised residents to remain alert, particularly during night hours, and to immediately inform the police if they notice any suspicious activity.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 10, 2026 05:11 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
