State vs 19-year-old nephew and jeweller — Kolhapur gold theft case

Timeline

1. 25 Oct 2026Arrest

   Maharashtra: Nephew stole gold from uncle's house to buy a Thar, then invited him to the car's pooja; nephew arrested

   Dainik Jagran

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A nephew allegedly stole gold from his uncle and bought a new car.

   Who:

   The nephew is the accused, the uncle is the victim, and a jeweller is involved.

   When:

   Reported on 25 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The police arrested the nephew because he allegedly stole gold to purchase a Thar vehicle.

   What it means:

   The nephew is now in police custody following his arrest for the alleged theft.

2. 25 Oct 2026Arrest

   Maharashtra man steals 15 tolas of uncle’s gold to buy new Thar, arrested after inviting him to car puja

   A 19-year-old man in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was arrested for allegedly stealing 15 tolas of gold jewellery worth Rs 10 lakh from his uncle and using the money to buy a Mahindra Thar. The accused reportedly invited his uncle to the vehicles puja ceremony, where the missing ornaments came to light. Police also arrested the jeweller accused of purchasing the gold.

   The Economic Times

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The police arrested a man for allegedly stealing gold from his uncle to purchase a new car.

   Who:

   The accused is the nephew of the victim. The jeweller is also named. The state of Maharashtra is the authority.

   When:

   Reported on 25 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The nephew allegedly stole gold and invited his uncle to the car blessing ceremony, leading to his arrest.

   What it means:

   The legal process will now continue following the arrest of the accused.