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Influencer Arrested Over Madurai Gold Heist
Instagram influencer Meenakshi arrested for 10.5 kg gold heist; knew where jewels hidden.
In brief
Instagram influencer Meenakshi arrested for 10.5 kg gold heist; knew where jewels hidden. Madurai police arrested Instagram influencer Meenakshi, who knew where stolen jewels were hidden in 10.5 kg gold heist. Originally reported by Ndtv.
Arrest of Meenakshi
Madurai police arrested Instagram influencer Meenakshi in connection with Tanishq jewellery theft case.
Meenakshi's Background
Meenakshi has over 1 lakh followers on personal Instagram and 1 million on techbossIndia page.
Nishanth's Role
Nishanth, prime accused, is missing and police are tracing him after planning heist.
Theft Details
10.5 kg gold and 1 kg diamond jewellery stolen from Tanishq showroom on September 4.
Police Investigation
Police formed nine special teams to investigate after finding security lapses at showroom.
Meenakshi's Knowledge
Meenakshi knew where stolen jewels were hidden and disclosed location to police.
Recovery of Stolen Goods
Police recovered over 5 kg of jewellery from hidden location after Meenakshi's disclosure.
Current Status
Meenakshi and Nishanth's father Ashok expected to be produced before magistrate.
What it means
Madurai police arrested Instagram influencer Meenakshi, who knew where stolen jewels were hidden in 10.5 kg gold heist.
