Pune: Woman Arrested for Drugging Friend, Stealing Gold Jewelry Worth Rs 5.46 Lakh
Pune, 5th April 2025: A 25-year-old woman has been arrested by Sinhgad Road Police for allegedly drugging her friend and stealing gold jewelry worth ₹5.46 lakh.
According to police, the two women were previously roommates while preparing for competitive exams. After getting married, they settled in nearby areas but remained in touch. Investigators suspect the accused, who is reportedly addicted to online gaming, was facing financial stress and may have been motivated by the addiction.
The accused recently visited her friend under the pretext of catching up and brought her cold coffee. Shortly after consuming the beverage, the friend lost consciousness. Seizing the opportunity, the accused allegedly stole gold ornaments from a cupboard in the house.
The theft initially went unnoticed. However, once the missing jewelry was discovered, the victim filed a police complaint. Further investigation led to the arrest of the accused, revealing what police described as a shocking betrayal.
