Two Arrested in Kathmandu's Setopul Area with Stolen Goods and Narcotics

Two individuals have been apprehended by police in Kathmandu's Setopul area along with stolen goods. A team deployed from the Gaushala Police Circle arrested them at approximately 10:00 PM on Magh 6 after finding them in a suspicious state.

During a check on Keshav Dewan, 37, from Sankhuwasabha, and Kamal Limbu, 26, from Panchthar, who were riding a scooter bearing license plate Ba 63 Pa 7055, police recovered stolen jewelry and cash from their possession. Dewan, who was arrested, was residing in Maitidevi, while Limbu was living in Ratopul.

Police recovered two necklaces resembling gold (Tilhari) and two Chandrama ornaments from their possession. In addition, police from the Kathmandu District Police Range stated that NPR 49,300 in cash, 11 syringes, 2 ampoules of narcotics, and a packet of chili powder used for theft were also found.

According to Police Spokesperson and Superintendent of Police Pawan Kumar Bhattarai, both arrested individuals have been granted a five-day remand extension by the Kathmandu District Court to proceed with the investigation. The Baneshwor Police Circle is currently conducting further legal proceedings and investigating their potential involvement in other theft cases.